Keokuk County Fairbook

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2010 Expo Fair July 13—18, 2010

FUN

EXPO

Gwen Sebastian Concert - Friday, July 16 Figure 8 Races - Saturday, July 17

Tuesday, July 13 through

Sunday, July 18 The 4-H Pledge I pledge: my Head to clearer thinking, my Heart to greater loyalty my Hands to larger service and my Health to better living for my Club, my Community, my Country and my World.

Open Class, 4-H & FFA Rules Premiums and Schedules www.expokeokukco.com

“Learning to Do” Doing to Learn Earning to Live Living to Serve” - FFA Motto

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INDEX

Schedule of Events.......................................... 42-43 Board of Directors ................................................... 2 4-H and FFA Code of Ethics ........................................................ 4 Livestock General Rules......................................... 5 Health Requirements .............................................. 6 Dairy Cattle & Goats ............................................... 7 Beef ........................................................................ 7 Bottle/Bucket Calf or Lamb/Goat ............................ 9 Carcass Contest & Donors ................................... 10 Swine .................................................................... 11 Sheep & Meat Goats ............................................ 12 Horse & Pony ....................................................... 14 Rabbit ................................................................... 15 Poultry................................................................... 16 Pets & Dog Obedience .................................... 16-17 Herdsmanship/Showmanship ............................... 17 Grounds Cleaning & Hosting Exhibit Building ...... 18 4-H Exhibit Building Regulations & Eligibility........ 19 Entry Information .................................................. 19 Tobacco Coalition & “4-Hers in Action” ................ 20 Ag & Natural Resources ....................................... 21 Expressive Arts (Photography & Visual Arts) ....... 22 Home Economics ............................................ 24-27 Horticulture ........................................................... 27 Personal Development ......................................... 28 Issues & 4-H History/Family Heritage .................. 28 Mechanical & Engineering .................................... 30 4-H Textiles & Clothing ......................................... 31 Communications ................................................... 32 Presentations, Working Exhibits, Share The Fun. 33 4-H Extemporaneous Speaking............................ 33 4-H Poster & Photography Communications ........ 34 FFA Ag Mechanics & Technology Show .............. 35 4-H & FFA Ag Olympics ....................................... 35 “Expo” 4-H Poster Contest Winners ................ 36-38 Open Class “Expo” Quilt Block Contest .................................. 40 Open Class Farm Gadget Show........................... 41 Additional Contest, Shows & Entertainment .... 44-48 4-H Flower Planter Contest .................................. 49 General Rules ....................................................... 50 Division A - Culinary ............................................. 50 Division B - Textiles .............................................. 52 Division C - Floriculture ........................................ 53 Division D - Art ..................................................... 54 Division E - Photography ...................................... 55 Division F - Crafts ................................................. 55 Division G - Ceramics ........................................... 56 Division H - Fruits & Vegetables ........................... 56 Division I - Grains & Seeds................................... 57 Division J - Grains & Grasses............................... 57 Division K - Vegetable Fun ................................... 57 Division L - My Collection ..................................... 57 Queen Contest Rules ........................................... 58 Entry Form ............................................................ 60 Advertisements ................................................ 61-81

Keokuk County Exposition, Inc. Sigourney, Iowa 52591 Keokuk County Exposition, Inc. was incorporated in 1976 as a nonprofit organization to build facilities and provide a fair and events dedicated to 4-H, FFA, FCCLA and other youth or farm oriented groups. It was built by volunteers with materials and funds contributed by dedicated citizens and organizations.

All residents of Keokuk County are voting members in the election of 30 directors representing designated sections of the county and youth groups mentioned below. The Expo operation continues with all volunteer help, and is the official county fair.

2010 Officers President .......................................John Webb Vice President .............................. Ron Collins Treasurer ....................................Mary Glaspie Secretary .............................. Peg Eversmeyer

2010 Directors District 1 Dick Morse Ron Collins Rick Bethke Shayla Bair District 2 Dennis Clarahan Carolyn Dyson JoEllen Eakins Rob Frank Cindy Snakenberg Gary Bayliss District 3 Kirk Beasley Natches Carter Tucker Rasplicka Robin Fisher District 4 Sharon Fritchen Keith Blair Dawn Blair Elaine Blair District At Large Joan Colbert John Webb Mary Glaspie Neil Wehr Sigourney District Peg Eversmeyer Merle Lane Shannon Svenby Betty Fair 4-H Shelly Koehn Program Coordinator for Keokuk & Iowa Co. Kelsey Weber FFA Jerry Driscoll Extension Director Gene Mohling

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EXTENSION COUNCIL Elayne Campbell, Hedrick Janis Collins, What Cheer Eugene Greiner, Harper Jina Heisdorffer, Sigourney Gina Smith, What Cheer Brad Steinhart, Sigourney Scott Swanson, Ollie Doug Webster, Sigourney Kay Witte, Sigourney

4-H COUNTY COUNCIL Emily Adam - Lafayette Feeders Autumn Barnhart - Keokuk County Klovers Blake Bayliss - Lafayette Feeders Patrick Frank - Lafayette Feeders Nichole Gent - Liberty Leaders Natalie Luers - Lafayette Feeders Alissa Strohman - Keswick Klover Leaves Seth Swearingen - Riverside Rachel Wonderlich - Patriotic Panthers

4-H YOUTH COMMITTEE Sue Fisher, Keswick Jenny Hobbs, Sigourney Shirley Holm, Sigourney Brian Kitzman, What Cheer Rev. Julie Sterling, Sigourney Amber Thompson, Sigourney

4-H CLUBS & LEADERS HARPER HUSTLERS Karen Greiner, Harper

KEOKUK COUNTY KLOVERS Diane Barnhart, Hayesville

KESWICK KLOVER LEAVES Gloria Strohman, Keswick

LAFAYETTE FEEDERS Tina Frank, Keota

LIBERTY LEADERS

Jody Morrison, South English

PATRIOTIC PANTHERS Sharon Fritchen, Ollie

RIVERSIDE

Sharon Fritchen, Ollie

KEOKUK COUNTY HOOF BEATS Bonnie Clubb, Sigourney Gary Joe VanPatten, What Cheer

STICK-TO-IT Gail Weber, Sigourney Doug Webster, Sigourney

HOT SHOTS SHOOTING SPORTS Bonnie Clubb, Sigourney Rick & Bonnie Tremmel, Webster Paul & Cathy Yock, Sigourney Bob Dugger, What Cheer Kevin Luers, Keota Dwight Strupp, Sigourney

SCRAPBOOKING CLUB Christy Gambell, Hedrick

SIGOURNEY KLOVER KIDS Jenny Hahn, Sigourney

KEOTA KLOVER KIDS Karen Greiner, Harper

PEKIN KLOVER KIDS Scott & Julie Swanson, Ollie

TRI-COUNTY KLOVER KIDS Heather Bombei, Delta

FFA CHAPTERS & ADVISORS English Valleys – Kristin Flander Keota - Dan Striegel Pekin - Juston Lamb Sigourney – Jerry Driscoll Tri-County –

EXPO SUPERINTENDENTS

Dairy: Corinna Wonderlich Meat Goat: Rick Bethke Beef: Eugene Greiner, Mathew Collins Bottle Bucket: Andrea Myers Carcass Contest: Dan Striegel Swine: Matt Bombei, Tina Frank, Brian Kitzman Sheep: Vic Brenneman, Rick Bethke Horse/Pony: Kim Strong Rabbits: Crystal Stoner Poultry: Sharon Fritchen Pets: Jean Bickmeier, Rhonda Wehr Dog Obedience: Mary Brainard Exhibit Building: All 4-H Leaders Clothing Events: Jody Morrison, Gail Weber Communications: Carolyn Dyson

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KEOKUK COUNTY EXPO 4-H AND FFA DEPARTMENT __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

The following is the code of ethics for youth exhibitors at Iowa county and regional fairs.

This code was adopted as the standardized code of ethics for all fairs in Iowa at the annual meeting of the Association of Iowa Fairs on December 13, 2003. The motion to adopt this code passed by unanimous vote of delegates of each fair in Iowa.

Each fair is to use this code of ethics and to have it printed in their fair premium book. For further information on the use of this code, contact the Association office or ISU Extension Service.

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All Youth Exhibitors for All Projects Must have a signed Code of Ethics by a Parent and the Exhibitor on File at the Extension Office before Showing

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IOWA YOUTH CODE OF ETHICS Youth are expected to be sincere, honest and act in sportsmanlike ways at all times. Youth represent the entire program and their behavior reflects on their parents, leaders, club and the entire youth program. All adults involved with the youth program, leaders as well as parents, are expected to set positive examples and serve as positive role models by what they say and do. Any youth who breaks the code of ethics or allows another person (adult or peer) to talk them into violating the code of ethics agrees to forfeit all prizes, awards and premiums. The youth may also be prohibited from exhibiting at this and future exhibitions including the Iowa State Fair and other county, state or regional exhibitions.

Youth agree to follow these guidelines: 1. I will do my own work, appropriate for my age

and physical and mental development. This includes research and writing of exhibit explanations, preparing exhibits (such as sewing, cooking, refinishing, etc), and care and grooming of animals. Adult assistance should help guide and support me, not do it for me.

2. All exhibits will be a true representation of my work. Any attempt to take credit for other’s work, alter the conformation of animals, or alter

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their performance is prohibited. Copyright violation or allowing others to complete your exhibit is considered misrepresentation and is prohibited.

I will treat all people and animals with respect. I will provide appropriate care for animals.

I will present exhibits that are safe for consumption. All food exhibits will be safe to exhibit and for judges to evaluate. Other exhibits will be safe for judges to evaluate and for exhibition.

All food animals that may be harvested immediately following the show shall be safe for consumers, and shall have met all withdrawal times for all medications, and be free of volatile drug residue.

If any animal requires medical treatment while at the fair or exhibition, only a licensed veterinarian may administer the treatment. All medications that are administered shall be done according to the label instructions of the medication used.

My animal’s appearance or performance shall not be altered by any means, including medications, external applications and surgical procedures. Any animal that is found to have changed its appearance or its performance shall be disqualified from the show, and have penalties assessed against the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian by the management of the fair or exhibition.

I will follow all ownership and possession rules and, if requested, will provide the necessary documentation.

I will follow all livestock health requirements for this fair or exhibition, according to the state health requirements as printed in the premium book of the fair or exhibition. I will provide animal health certificates from a licensed veterinarian upon request from the management of the fair or exhibition.

By my entering an animal in this fair or exhibition, I am giving consent to the management of the fair or exhibition to obtain any specimens of urine, salvia, blood, or other substances from the animal or be used in testing. If the laboratory report on the analysis of any sample indicates a presence of forbidden drugs, this shall be evidence such substance has been administered to the animal either internally or externally. It is presumed that the sample tested by the laboratory to which it is sent is the one taken from the animal in question, its integrity is preserved and all procedures of said collection and preservation,

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transfer to the laboratory and analysis of the sample are correct and accurate and the report received from the laboratory pertains to the sample taken from the animal in question and correctly reflects the condition of the animal at the time the sample was taken, with the burden on the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian to prove otherwise.

11. I am responsible for my exhibit and I will not allow others to violate this code on my behalf.

By my entering an exhibit at this fair or exhibition I will accept any disciplinary action taken by the management of this fair or exhibition for any violation of this code of ethics and any other rules of competition of the fair or exhibition without recourse against the fair or exhibition.

12. I want my exhibit to be an example of how to accept what life has to offer both, good and not so good, and how to live with and learn from the outcome.

13. I will not be involved in any illegal activities while participating in 4-H and FFA events, including but not limited to alcohol, tobacco or drug use.

I agree to conduct myself in an honest, ethical, and upstanding manner and I understand that disciplinary actions will result if these rules are violated. I understand that I am expected to represent the program in a positive manner. I have read, understand and agree to follow this code of ethics, and any other rules of competition of the fair or exhibition as printed in its premium book.

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X_________________________ Parent/Guardian’s Signature (Required)

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LIVESTOCK GENERAL RULES ELIGIBILITY

1. Exhibits are limited to active 4-H and FFA members enrolled in Keokuk County. All members must meet the eligibility requirements: 4th grade through 12th grade (or equivalent) to show at Expo and 4-Hers are to be in 5th grade through 12th grade to be eligible to show at State Fair.

2. All projects must be under the daily care and supervision of the exhibitor. All projects must have fully filled out (especially birthdates), livestock identification papers on file at the Extension Office by May 15 to be eligible to show. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE! 3. All livestock must comply with state health regulations on livestock health requirements.

4 All swine exhibitors must be certified PQA (Pork Quality Assurance) Level 3.

5. Swine exhibitors need to check the Exceptions on Pseudo in the Health Requirement section.

6. Registration papers will be checked and animals will be placed in the correct class for all livestock.

7. Premiums will be paid on the basis of ribbons awarded, including showmanship. Each Blue, Red or White ribbon will receive the following premium: Blue - $3 Red - $2 White - $1.

8. All livestock is to be owned or leased by the exhibitor.

9. Any artificial means of removing or remedying physical defects of conformation in animals exhibited will be considered as fraud and deception. No unnatural means of providing an animal feed, water or other fluid (i.e. stomach pump etc.) will be allowed. All animals giving evidence of such treatment will be barred from exhibition.

10. All livestock housed at the fair (excluding Carcass Contest Market Beef) must remain penned until release time. Exhibitors may request and be granted an early release time to show at another fair. Health papers must be shown to the Superintendent, who will grant approval. Release time is immediately after the Church Services on Sunday (around 9 a.m.).

11. All cattle and dairy cattle except feeder pens must be stalled at halter.

12. All Exhibitors are responsible for the health and well being of their own Livestock. The Keokuk County Expo and 4-H Extension WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LIVESTOCK PROJECTS. 13. Stall assignments and other Livestock entry documents will be due in the Extension Office

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on or before July 1, 2010. Exhibitors not submitting their entry and stall assignment

by July 1 must pay a fine of $25 before they will be allowed to show. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS—OR PHONE CALLS. 14. Swine & Sheep will be weighed from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m., July 13. Any animal arriving after 7:30 p.m. will not be allowed to show. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. Swine & Sheep may be brought in and penned earlier in the day.

SHOWING

1. All classes will be placed on the group basis of blue, red and white as deserving.

2. All exhibitors are required to groom and show their own animals except when more than one animal is shown in the same class or prior arrangements have been made with the head superintendent.

3. Livestock exhibited in any of the breeding classes are not eligible for the market classes or carcass contests.

4. It is REQUIRED that all exhibitors wear T-shirts or blouses with the 4-H or FFA emblem or patch. Exhibitor Numbers must be worn at all times while in the ring.

5. No false hair or fur shall be added to any animal on exhibit.

6. All protests must be presented to the superintendent in writing within 18 hours after the cause of the protest. Final decisions will be made by the Junior Livestock Show Committee, which consists of all livestock superintendents.

7. All classes will be divided by the Superintendents by age-sex-number and other relevant criteria.

8. Trophy for any breed class cannot be added after May 15.

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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS FOR EXHIBITION OF LIVESTOCK, POULTRY AND BIRDS AT COUNTY FAIRS, 4-H AND/OR FFA EXHIBITORS ANY EVIDENCE OF WARTS, RINGWORM, FOOT ROT, PINK EYE, CLUB LAMB FUNGUS, DRAINING ABSCESSES OR ANY OTHER

CONTAGIOUS OR INFECTIOUS CONDITION WILL ELIMINATE THE ANIMAL FROM THE SHOW. No individual Certificate of Veterinary Inspection will be required on animals or poultry exhibited at a County Fair, 4-H and/or FFA Exhibition, but must be inspected when unloaded or shortly thereafter by an accredited veterinarian. Each show must have an official veterinarian.

Quarantined animals or animals from quarantined herds cannot be exhibited.

Swine exhibitors at local or county fairs that do not require a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, must sign and present an owner affidavit that the animals being exhibited did not originate from a quarantined herd and to the best of their knowledge, swine dysentery has not been in evidence in their herd for the past 12 months.

All swine exhibited must be accompanied by a record of a negative pseudo rabies test, the test having been performed within 30 days prior to show, regardless of status of herd.

Swine returning from an exhibition to its home herd or moved to a purchaser's herd, following an exhibition or consignment sale, must be isolated and retested negative for pseudo rabies not less than thirty (30) and not more than sixty (60) days after reaching the swine's destination. (Code of Iowa 166D.13(2)).

PSEUDO EXCEPTIONS:

A. No testing is required for swine at an exhibition that involves only market classes, provided all swine are consigned directly to a slaughter establishment from the exhibition.

B. If counties have a split show and the breeding animals are exhibited and returned home before the market classes arrive, it will not be necessary to have a test record on the animals showing in the market classes.

POULTRY AND BIRDS All poultry exhibited must come from U.S. PullorumTyphoid clean or equivalent flocks, or have had a negative Pullorum-Typhoid test within 90 days of public exhibition and the test must have been performed by an authorized tester.

However, "Market Classes" of poultry consigned to a slaughter establishment are exempt from the Salmonella testing requirements. "Market Classes" of poultry must be separated from all other poultry by a distance of ten or more feet and/or an eighthigh solid partition.

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DOGS AND CATS Dogs must be up to date on all vaccinations before starting training classes. These include RabiesParvo-and Distemper.

Cats must present a current rabies certificate and distemper vaccination at Expo.

THE DECISION OF THE OFFICIAL SHOW VETERINARIAN WILL BE FINAL.

DAIRY CATTLE & DAIRY GOATS Dairy Cattle Superintendent......Corinna Wonderlich Dairy Goat Superintendent....................Rick Bethke Judged................................Friday, July 16 at 4 p.m.

Show Order 1. Dairy Goat 2. Dairy Cattle

DAIRY GOATS

1. Exhibitors may enter a maximum of four goats but no more than two per class.

2. Entries may be grades or registered.

3. All males must be castrated by June 1.

4. No Billy Goats or castrated males over 1 year of age will be allowed.

5. All entries must be in place by 12:00 noon, Wednesday.

6. First and second place animals in each class will compete for the championship class provided they receive a blue award.

7. All entries must be made on Class Entry Cards no later than July 1. See class list below. Late entries will be charged a $25.00 Fee! Please note how many stalls you will need in the box provided.

Class Number 11.10 11.15 11.20 11.30 11.35

Class Name Unfreshened Does under 1 yr Unfreshened Does over 1 yr Kids Under 1 year Freshened Does under 2 yrs in milking Freshened Does over 2 yrs in milking

Special Awards: Champion Goat—TIP Rural Electric Coop Dairy Goat Showmanship— Brenneman Club Lambs DAIRY CATTLE

1. Any dairy female - Classes will be divided by age once entries are checked in at Expo.

2. Exhibitors may show no more than 4 individuals.

3. All animals must have the birth date on the Livestock Identification Forms (due May 15).

Animals without recorded birthdates will be disqualified.

4. All entries must be made on Class Entry Cards no later than July 1. Late entries will be charged a $25.00 Fee! Please note how many stalls you will need.

Class Number 10.10 10.20 10.30 10.94

Class Name Brown Swiss Holstein Jersey Dairy Steer

Special Awards: Champion Dairy Female— Hillview Dairy Senior Dairy Showmanship— Dairy Farmers of America Junior Dairy Showmanship— Dairy Farmers of America

BEEF Each exhibitor will be allowed to show a maximum of 5 head market beef. They will consist of: One calf from a pen of three (weighed in December); 3 halter calves (weighed in December), and 1 returning bottle/bucket calf (weighed in December).

Anyone entering returning Bottle/bucket calf classes must make a note of it on the ID form.

Beef Superintendents...................…Eugene Greiner Matt Collins All Market and Breeding Beef entries must be made on Class Entry Cards no later than July 1.

See class list after each set of rules. Late entries will be charged a $25.00 Fee!

MARKET BEEF PEN Judged..........................Saturday, July 17, 8:00 a.m.

Beginning weigh-in date: ........... December 19, 2009 Weighed at fair....................July 14 (7:00-9:00 a.m.)

Cattle must be there before 9:00 a.m.

1. Exhibitors may weigh-in 3 animals and exhibit 3. They must be weighed in by January 1 and will be reweighed at fair to determine weight and rate of gain. If a pen animal dies before fair—exhibitors can still bring the remaining live animals. Exhibitors should make note of the death in pen records and alert Superintendents.

2. Calves of any breed or sex are accepted.

3. Animals must be dehorned.

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4. Only one from the pen may show in an individual market class.

5. Calves may be washed and brushed before arrival, but no clipping (unless being shown as a market entry) or coloring.

6. The pen is eligible for only one ribbon and one rate of gain placing as a pen average.

7. Feeder pen cattle do not have to go to market.

The average of the pen of 3 for carcass value per day on feed will be used to place a champion and reserve champion pen carcass.

Carcass premium will be figured by placing them as an individual.

8. The champion pen of feeder cattle will be awarded for best animal and records. Senior and junior champion pen feeder cattle will be for individuals with most knowledge of their project.

9. Any artificial means of removing or remedying physical defects of conformation in animals exhibited will be considered as fraud and deception. No unnatural means of providing an animal feed, water or other fluid (i.e. stomach pump etc.) will be allowed. All animals giving evidence of such treatment will be barred from exhibition.

10. All Beef Exhibitors must be on the Fairgrounds by noon on Wednesday, July 14.

Special Awards: Champion Pen Feeder Cattle—MidwestOne Bank Senior Champion Pen Cattle Feeder— Mather Cattle Company Junior Champion Pen Cattle Feeder— Rick Bethke Family Class Number 12.10

Class Name Market Beef Pen of 3

FEEDER CALVES JUDGED........................................Saturday, July 17 1. Feeder calves are from the cow/calf projects.

2. Classes will be divided by heifer, steers, bulls or age dependent on numbers.

Special Awards: Champion Feeder Calf— Brubaker Trucking Class Number 12.250 12.255

Class Name Heifer Feeder Calf Steer Feeder Calf

BREEDING BEEF Judged..........................................Saturday, July 17 following the feeder pen calves

1. Entries limited to yearling heifers born between January 1 and December 31 of the previous year. Both cow and calf must be broken to lead.

2. Both heifers and cows and calves will be divided into classes by the superintendent according to age, breed and the number entered. Calves involved in the Cow/Calf class are recommended to be at least 1 month old.

Calves are not required to have been Livestock ID’d but should have a 4-H tag.

3. All entries must be registered to show in the breed classes, except that the calves need only to be eligible to be registered. Purebred Registration Numbers are to be turned into the Extension Office no later than June 15.

4. Classes will include: registered breed and commercial classes.

5. First and second place heifers and cows in all breeds are eligible to show for Supreme Champion female.

6. All registered and commercial heifers will be checked in after steer weigh-in. Tattoo and registration papers must be presented at this time. All stock MUST have Ear Tags or Tattoos.

Special Awards: Supreme Champion Female— Clear Creek Stock Farm Reserve Supreme Champion Female— Pat Snakenberg Family Champion Cow-Calf— Mores Feed & Grain Champion Simmental— Clear Creek Stock Farm Champion Commercial Heifer— PTL, The Shop Champion Angus Heifer— Robert Stoner Family Champion Return Bucket Bottle Heifer— Farmers Coop Class Number 12.220 12.300 12.315 12.325 12.335 12.345 12.355 12.365 12.375 12.490

Class Name Cow with Calf Commercial Heifer Angus Heifer Hereford Heifer Simmental Heifer Foundation Simmental Heifer Maine Anjou Heifer Limousin Heifer All other Purebred Breed Heifers Return Bucket Bottle Heifer

Other breeds will be accepted per Iowa State Fair rules. If you have another breed please indicate on your entry cards.

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PRODUCE Judged....................To be determined by the entries 1. Any yearling that is an off spring of a former 4-H/FFA heifer project.

2. Need at least two of each to separate heifer and steer Special Awards: Champion Produce— Farm Credit Service of America Class Number 12.500 12.505

Class Name Produce of Dam, Heifer Produce of Dam, Steer

MARKET BEEF (HEIFERS & STEERS) Beginning weigh-in date: ........... December 19, 2009 Weighed at fair....................July 14 (7:00-9:00 a.m.)

Beef Cattle must be there before 9:00 a.m.

Judged...........................................Saturday, July 17 after beef heifers 1. All breeds will show together and the superintendents will divide the entries into classes on the basis of weigh-in weights at the fair.

2. Each exhibitor will be allowed to show a maximum of 5 head market beef. They will consist of: one calf from a pen of three, 3 halter calves (weighed in December and 1 returning bucket/bottle calf.

3. Both steers and heifers may be entered.

Heifers will show in separate classes and the first and second place market beef heifers will compete with the steers in the championship class for their respective weights.

4. The first and second place individuals in each class will be eligible to compete for Champion and Reserve Champion in their weight divisions provided they receive a blue award.

5. The top 10 rate of gain calves will be announced.

6. A carcass contest will be included and all market beef in the carcass contest will be sold on a grade and yield basis.

7. Beef rate of gain will be posted on the exhibitors show number card and the judge may use it at his own discretion.

8. Returning Bottle/Bucket or Produce class will compete in their own weight or age classes.

Calves must have (or exhibitor must have) ear tags from the pervious year. (Those calves not receiving 4-H tags in 2009 can get a tag from the Extension Office.

9. Returning Bottle/Bucket Market Heifer or Steer Calves must be weighed in by January 1.

Special Awards: Grand Champion Market Beef— Keokuk County Cattlemen Reserve Champion Market Beef—Wagler Motors Champion Market Heifer— Dennis & Sheryl Clarahan Rate of Gain Champion—Noller & Frank Senior Showmanship—Keokuk County State Bank Intermediate Showmanship— Brubaker Trucking Junior Showmanship—Keokuk County State Bank Champion Return Bottle/Bucket Market Steer— Blair Shorthorns Class Number 12.600 12.700 12.800

Class Name Individual Market Steer Individual Market Heifer Return Bucket Bottle Steer

BOTTLE/BUCKET CALF OR LAMB/GOAT Bottle/Bucket Superintendent.....Andrea Myers Judged...…..…..…..…..…..…..…..…..…..…..…

Interviews held Sunday, July 11 at 2:00 p.m.

Klover Kids show Friday, July 16 at 5:45 p.m.

4-H’ers show Friday, July 16 at 6:00 p.m.

All entries must be made on Class Entry Cards no later than July 1. See class list below. Late entries will be charged a $25.00 Fee! 1. Any 4-H or FFA member may exhibit in this class, provided the member is enrolled in the beef, dairy or sheep project.

2. Klover Kids will only be allowed to show bucket/ bottle lambs. Lambs must have scrapie tags to enter fairgrounds!

3. Any newborn or orphan lamb, calf, steer or heifer, dairy, beef or crossbred that is born between January 1 and April 30, 2010 may be shown.

4. If purchased, the animal must be purchased and in possession of member within 2 weeks of birth; identified by tag and report (106-LS) by May 15. Exhibitor may identify up to 2 animals per specie.

5. All sexually intact lambs MUST have a scrapie tag.

6. Animal must be bottle or bucket fed (no nursing permitted).

7. Calves will be shown at halter. Lambs may be shown at halter or hand.

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8. The class may be divided into classes, depending on number of entries and is at discretion of superintendents.

9. Each exhibitor will be interviewed in regard to management and care of animal.

10. Judging to be based on: a. What member has learned about care and raising of the animal. b. The fitting and showing of the animal (according to beef or dairy guidelines) with emphasis on what the member has learned. c. General health, condition and management of the animal and exhibitor's knowledge of this area. d. Conformation or quality of the animal will not be considered since purchase should not be on this basis. e. A completed record sheet.

11. Exhibitor may keep animals for breeding or market class the following year or sell privately.

12. Animal must be weaned from the bottle.

13. Bucket/bottle calves will not have pens and will be tied out. Bucket/bottle lambs may be in the pen with exhibitors other sheep.

14. Classes will be adjusted by the superintendent using the factors of age and number of participants in each age group.

15. Scoring will be 60% on the interview, 10% on showing, and 30% on report.

Special Awards: (Champion receives a trophy; Reserve, a ribbon) Junior Champion Bottle/Bucket Calf— PTL, The Shop Intermediate Champion Bottle/Bucket Calf— Cassens’ Mill Senior Champion Bottle/Bucket Calf— Doug Gambell Family Junior Champion Bottle/Bucket Lamb/Goat— TIP Rural Electric Coop Senior Champion Bottle/Bucket Lamb/Goat— Nathan Fritchen Family Class Number 14.100 14.400

Class Name Bucket Bottle Lamb Bucket Bottle Calf

CARCASS CONTEST Carcass Superintendent......................Dan Striegel General Guidelines 1. Exhibitors may enter any or all market beef in the carcass contest. All swine must be in the carcass contest. All slick shorn market sheep

will be entered in the carcass contest.

2. All carcass contest animals, except sheep, will be sold on a grade and yield basis.

3. Trucking insurance will be deducted from the livestock check if necessary.

4. Carcass contest premiums will consist of donations from interested 4-H and FFA supporters. The total amount of the donations will be prorated on a ratio of 10 points per head of beef, 4.5 points per head of swine, and 3.5 points per head of lamb.

2009 Carcass Donors Thank you to all who donated to the carcass contest!

Gold Sponsors Sigourney Tractor & Implement MidwestOne Bank Keokuk County State Bank Pilot Grove Savings Bank Benny’s Feed/Agri-King Silver Sponsors Farmers Coop Wagler Motors County Line Mart Prairie Mutual Insurance Keokuk County Implement Sigourney Body Shop Jack Walker C-D-J Farmers Savings Bank Terry Greiner Family—Pioneer Seeds The Roost Vittetoe, Inc. Faas Feed & Grain Atwood Electric, Inc. Hinnah Farms Morse Feed & Grain Wayne & Judy Frank Dean & Linda Sieren Miller Auto Body Elwood, Elwood, & Leinen Mycogen Seeds Bronze Sponsors Cassens’ Mill Keota Meat Processing EV Malt Shop Keoco Auction Ag Plus John Wehr Law Office Schroeder Frame & Repair The Lumber Company White State Bank

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Latta, Harris, Hanon & Penningroth Keota Vet Clinic Lyle Insurance Ted Lobello Family PTL The Shop Horak Insurance .

Hedrick Vet Clinic Keota Laundromat Keota Malt Shop Schmitty’s Vision Ag English Valley Insurance Kolosik Chiropractic Center Blair Shorthorns Richland Vet Clinic Baron Motor Supply Bell Collision Greenleys Corp H & M Farm and Home IHDE Insurance Pamida Sigourney Cleaners Sigourney Lions Club Garden Gate C & C Autormotive Modern Cooperative Telephone Company BEEF CARCASS CONTEST 1. Entry must have been shown in live show.

2. Carcasses will be ranked on their own merit.

3. All entries will compete in one class and placing will be made by ranking the entries according to increase in value of the carcasses per day from weigh-in to slaughter.

4. Carcass gains per day will be calculated by subtracting 55% of the weigh-in weight (the average dressing percent for 550-650 lb. feeders) from the hot carcass weight at slaughter and dividing the difference by the number of days between the weigh-in and slaughter date.

5. Carcass premium will be figured by assigning the carcass with the highest value per lb. of carcass gain per day 75 points, the next place carcass 73 points and on down to 30 points for all remaining carcasses entered in the contest.

Special Awards: Champion Beef Carcass Keokuk County Cattlemen Reserve Champion Beef Carcass Keokuk County Cattlemen Champion Pen of 3 Carcass - English Valleys FFA MARKET SWINE CARCASS CONTEST 1. Derby entries will be ranked according to an index: "pounds of muscle gained per day on

test." This index is suggested in the National Pork Producers Council Bulletin, "Procedures to Evaluate Market Hogs," and gives approximately equal emphasis to rate of gain and carcass merit.

2. Entry must be shown in live show.

3. All other carcass premiums will be figured by assigning the carcass with highest index of pounds of muscle gained per day on test 34 points and on down until a carcass receives 9 points. The remaining carcasses will then receive eight points and the premiums for the swine carcass contest will be determined by dividing the total premium money for the swine carcass contest by the total number of points used in the contest to get the value of each point.

4. Carcasses will be evaluated by real-time ultrasound.

Special Awards: Champion Swine Carcass— Gordon Hinnah Family/Mycogen Seed Corn Reserve Champion Swine Carcass— Morse Feed & Grain

MARKET SHEEP CARCASS CONTEST 1. Entries will be ranked according to the Iowa State University Sheep Carcass Formula.

2. All carcass premiums will be determined by assigning the carcass with the highest index 34 points and on down until a carcass receives 9 points. The remaining carcasses will then receive eight points. The premiums for the sheep carcass contest will be determined by dividing the total premium money for the sheep carcass contest by the total number of points used in the contest to get the value of each point.

3. Carcasses will be evaluated by real-time ultrasound.

4. All Pen Lambs entered in the carcass class must be slick shorn.

Special Awards: Champion Sheep Carcass—Kevin Greiner Family Reserve Champion Sheep Carcass— Rick Bethke Family

SWINE Swine Superintendents......................Matt Bombei Brian Kitzman Tina Frank Judged...........................Friday, July 16 at 8:00 a.m.

Beginning weigh-in date: ................. March 27, 2010

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Fair weigh-in date: ............................... July 13, 2010 Total number of days on test:..............................108 All exhibitors must turn in a blue card with the swine pen stall checked by July 1 or a $25.00 fee will be charged!

1. Pigs may weigh no more than 70 pounds at the spring weigh-in. There will be no exceptions.

2. Each exhibitor is limited to 10 pigs to be weighed in at the spring weigh-in.

3. All swine exhibitors must be PQA (Pork Quality Assurance) Level 3 Certified.

4. All pigs must have been weighed, ear notched and tagged at the spring weigh-in time.

5. Keokuk County is a terminal show. All pigs must go to slaughter, NO EXCEPTIONS. 6. All swine that come to the fair must be exhibited.

7. Each exhibitor will be allowed to bring up to 5 pigs back to the fair.

8. Derby individuals and derby pen of three classes will be classed by beginning weights.

9. Derby pigs can be either gilts or barrows. They will be classed by beginning weights and sex.

10. Breeding gilts will be classed by their ending fair weights 11. Breeding gilts may be shown in the gilt class and the pen of 3 class, but may not be shown in the derby individual class or in the market class.

12. Each exhibitor will be allowed to show up to 3 derby individuals, one breeding gilt, and one market pig.

13. First place pigs from each class will compete in the champion drives for their respective divisions. The second place pig from the Champions class will enter the ring for selection of the Reserve Champion.

14. A carcass contest will be included. All pigs will be automatically entered into the carcass contest and sold on a grade & yield basis.

15. To be allowed to show all swine exhibitors MUST have a premise ID number turned in to the Extension Office no later than May 15, 2010. Exhibitors must also fill out a Country of Origin Label form & an Animal Care & Management Disclosure form at the time of Expo weigh in.

16. Swine will be weighed from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., July 13. Any Swine arriving after 7:30 p.m. will not be allowed to show.

THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. Swine may be brought in and penned earlier in the day.

Special Awards: Champion Breeding Gilt— Pork Vision Reserve Champion Breeding Gilt Benny’s Feed and Agri-King Champion Derby Pig—Keokuk County Implement Reserve Champion Derby Pig— Show Stoppers Equipment/Vittetoe Inc. Champion Market Pen of 3 Bombei & Sons Show Pigs Reserve Champion Market Pen of 3 - K & B Farms Champion Individual Market Pig Deke Wood Family Reserve Champion Individual Market Pig— Horras, Inc. Rate of Gain Champion—Elmer Greiner Family Senior Showmanship—Keokuk County State Bank Intermediate Showmanship— Economy Shelters Junior Showmanship—Keokuk County State Bank

SHEEP AND MEAT GOATS Sheep/Goat Superintendents................Rick Bethke Vic Brenneman Judged.....................Wednesday, July 14 at 11 a.m.

(Market pens will be judged first in barn) All entries must be made on Class Entry Cards no later than July 1. See class list after each set of rules. Late entries will be charged a $25.00 Fee! Please note how many stalls you will need in the box provided.

1. All sexually intact sheep must be identified with an individual Scrapie Flock of Origin identification tag.

2. Any evidence of club lamb fungus, ringworm, draining abscesses, foot rot, sore mouth or any other contagious disease will eliminate the animal from the show.

3. All lambs and meat goats will be weighed from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., July 13. Any animal arriving after 7:30 p.m. will not be allowed to show. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. Sheep and meat goats may be brought in and penned earlier in the day.

BREEDING SHEEP

Judged......................................Wednesday, July 14 Weighed at fair....................July 13 (5:00-7:30 p.m.)

1. Classes will be divided by commercial or registered and ages. They are listed below. a. Champion ewe class will be composed of the first and second place ewes provided they receive blue awards.

2. All exhibitors must own their sheep.

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3. All breeding sheep projects must be enrolled by May 15 with registration numbers.

4. Each exhibitor may enter a maximum of three animals per class.

5. All breeding sheep must be sheared. It is recommended they be sheared after June 1.

6. Lambs exhibited as individual market lambs cannot be exhibited in breeding classes.

7. Ewes exhibited in the registered ewe classes cannot be exhibited as commercial ewes.

8. Papers to be checked prior to show.

9. Breeding sheep must be weighed in at fair and will be checked in at that time. a. Tattoo and registration papers must be presented at this time.

Special Awards: Champion Commercial Ewe— Farmer’s Savings Bank Keota Reserve Champion Commercial Ewe— Farmers Coop Champion Ram— Kevin Greiner Family Class Number 19.200 19.205 19.300 19.305 Class Number 19.400 19.406

Class Name Commercial Ram Registered Ram Commercial Yearling Ewe Registered Yearling Ewe Class Name Black Face Commercial Ewe Black Face Registered Ewe

MARKET LAMB Judged......................................Wednesday, July 14 after breeding sheep Beginning weigh-in date: ....................... May 1, 2010 Weighed at fair....................July 13 (5:00-7:30 p.m.)

1. Classes will be divided by weight and sex by the superintendents. (Note: There will be at least one speckled and white faced class.)

2. Lambs must be born after January 1 of the current year.

3. To weigh-in at Expo, it is suggested that your lamb weigh at least 80 pounds. Wet animals will be docked 5 lbs.

4. Exhibitors may enroll up to 15 (black, white or speckled lambs), from which they may exhibit a total of six individual lambs. Pen lambs are in addition to the 15.

5. No Pair Classes will be shown.

6. All market lambs must have been weighed in and ear tagged by designated weigh-in date at beginning of project.

7. All lambs must be docked and castrated before beginning weigh-in.

8. The average rate of gain per day will be included on the exhibitors show card.

9. First and second place animals may compete in the championship class provided they receive blue ribbons.

10. 4-H and FFA sheep may be sheared at weighin time and should be sheared before the fair.

11. There will be at least one produce class. The lambs must have been raised from a ewe owned by the exhibitor and the lamb must have raised by the exhibitor. Lambs cannot be shown in another Market class.

Special Awards: Champion Market Lamb—Pat Greiner Champion White or Speckled Market Lamb— Brenneman Club Lambs Reserve Champion Market Lamb— Greg Strohman Family Rate of Gain Champion— Sigourney Financial Service Senior Showmanship—Keokuk County State Bank Intermediate Showmanship— Show Stoppers Equipment/Vittetoe, Inc. Junior Showmanship—Lynn Fisher Family Champion Produce— Farm Credit Service of America Class Name Class Number 19.500 Produce Lamb 19.600 White/Speckled Face Market Lamb 19.700 Market Wether Lamb 19.800 Market Ewe Lamb

FEEDER LAMB PEN

Judged......................................Wednesday, July 14 Start of show at pens Beginning weigh-in date: ...................... May 1, 2010 Weighed at fair....................July 13 (5:00-7:30 p.m.)

1. The class will be divided into two classes, a Junior Class and an Intermediate & Senior Class. The object is to weigh-in and feed for market, a group of lambs and carry out as a productive project.

2. Lambs may be sheared at weigh-in. Lambs must be docked and castrated. Lambs can be slick sheared before the show. If lambs are entered in the carcass contest they must be slick shorn.

3. Lambs may not be shown in market classes and must be penned at the fair.

4. Premiums paid on Blue, Red, and White basis as a pen. Champion and reserve will be awarded.

6. Rate of gain and project records for 4-H and FFA

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are to be kept and used in the evaluation at the fair for all sheep weighed. The exhibitor will be present at judging.

7. All lambs must be ear tagged at weigh-in.

8. At least 5 of the 7 lambs weighed-in must be brought to the fair, unless approved by superintendents. Wether lambs are suggested, but ewe lambs accepted.

Special Awards: Feeder Pen Rate of Gain— Show Stoppers Equipment/Vittetoe, Inc. Champion Sr. Feeder Pen—MidwestOne Bank Champion Jr. Feeder Pen Jack Walker - Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep Class Number 19.100 19.102

Class Name Senior Feeder Lamb Pen Junior Feeder Lamb Pen

MEAT GOATS

1. Meat goats can be does of any age or castrated males under 1 year of age as of show date.

2. Entries may be grade or registered.

3. All meat goats will be weighed in Tuesday, July 14 from 5:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. with the sheep.

4. Entries must be shown with halter or collar.

5. No Billy goats or castrated males will be allowed over 1 year of age as of show date!

6. Entries must be identified by May 15.

7. All males must be castrated by June 1.

8. Exhibitors may enter a maximum of four goats but no more than two per class.

9. Classes will be determined based on weight and age of the goats entered.

10. Meat goats born on or after January 1, 2010 have to be weighed in on Saturday, May 1, from 8 am to 10 am during the Sheep weigh in.

Special Awards:

Champion Meat Goat Iowa Meat Goat Association Meat Goat Showmanship— Horras, Inc. Meat Goat Rate of Gain - Jenny Hobbs Class Number Class Name 20.100 Meat Goats - born after January 1 20.200 Nanny Goats - over 1 year of age 20.300 Pygmy Goats - all ages

HORSE AND PONY Horse Superintendent.............................Kim Strong Judged......................Thursday, July 15 at 8:00 a.m.

All entries must be made on Class Entry Cards no later than July 1. Late entries will be charged a $25.00 Fee! See class list.

1. Exhibitors will be allowed to enter 4 animals by May 15 and are allowed 4 animals to show at Expo.

2. Senior exhibitors are grades 9-12 and Junior exhibitors are grades 4-8.

3. Classes will be split where noted and upon request of superintendent.

4. Exhibitors must wear blue jeans and 4-H or FFA T-shirt. Hard soled boots and shoes are considered safe and appropriate.

5. Contestants shall act as young ladies or gentlemen at all times. Unnecessary roughness or discourtesy will dismiss the exhibitor or rider from further competition for the entire show.

Good sportsmanship shall prevail. No abuse or schooling of horses will be tolerated. Each rider or exhibitor must keep his horse under control or be excused for the ring.

6. Each exhibitor is eligible to show one entry per class.

7. ASTM and SEI approved helmets are required for all riding classes.

8. Patterns for all pattern classes will be posted 1 hour before start of class.

9. Exhibitors must attend 3 practices to be eligible to show at the Expo.

10.For other rules, follow the Rules and Regulations for 4-H Equine Shows in Iowa.

Halter Rules 11.Each animal may be exhibited in one halter class (classes 16.1 to 16.18) a. Distinctions: i. Pony: 14-0 hands and under at mature height. ii. Horse: 14-1 hands and over at mature height. iii. Stallions will only be allowed to show in Weanling Halter (class 16.11). iv. Foals shall be born in current club year.

(2010) v. Yearling shall have been foaled between Jan. 1, 2009 and Dec. 31, 2009 of last year. vi. Two year olds shall have been foaled between Jan. 1, 2008 and Dec. 31, 2008. b. Color Breed exhibitors showing in class 16.15 will not be allowed to show in any other halter class. c. Mule/Burrow exhibitors will be shown in class 16.17 and will not be allowed to show in any other halter classes.

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12.Champion Halter - Top 2 horses from classes 16.1 to 16.18 will be chosen to be brought back for this class. a. Champion and reserve champion awards will be presented for this class only.

Performance Rules 13.Junior and senior indicates riders’ grade level, not age of animal.

14.Each animal may be exhibited in one pleasure class (classes 16.3 to 16.315). a. Animals showing in walk-trot (16.31 or 16.315) will not be allowed to show in classes (16.32 to 16.325). b. Animals showing in pleasure (class 16.32 or 16.325) will not be allowed to show in class 16.31 or 16.315.

15.Each exhibitor may exhibit in one horsemanship class (classes 16.330 to 16.345). a. Animals showing in walk-trot (classes 16.30 to 16.315) will only be allowed to show in walktrot horsemanship classes 16.330 to 16.335) b. Animals showing in pleasure (class 16.32 to 16.325) will only be allowed to show in horsemanship classes 16.34 to 16.35.

16.There will be no loping obstacles in either division of trail.

Timed Events/Games 1. Rules for timed events and games will follow rules from the Rules and Regulations for 4-H Equine Shows in Iowa.

Class Number

Class Name

Halter

16.100 Pony halter 16.110 Light Horse Weanling halter 16.115 Light Horse Yearling halter 16.120 Light Horse Two & three year old halter 16.130 Light Horse Four & five year old halter 16.140 Light Horse Aged halter 16.150 Color Breed halter 16.170 Open Mule halter (All Ages 16.180 Draft Horse halter (All Ages) Grand Champion & Reserve Champion Halter 16.200 Senior Showmanship 16.205 Junior Showmanship Performance 16.300 16.305 16.310 16.315 16.320 16.325 16.330

Senior Pony pleasure Junior Pony pleasure Senior Walk-trot Junior Walk-trot Senior Western Pleasure Junior Western Pleasure Senior Walk-trot Horsemanship

16.335 Junior Walk-trot Horsemanship 16.340 Senior Horsemanship 16.345 Junior Horsemanship 16.401 Senior Trail 16.405 Junior Trail 16.412 Working Ranch Horse Timed Events 16.450 Trot Poles (not allowed in class 25) 16.451 Poles (not allowed in class 24) 16.500 Trot Barrels (not allowed in class 27) 16.501 Barrels (not allowed in class 26) 16.600 Speed Race 16.650 Flag Race Games 16.700 16.720 16.740 16.760

Ride a Buck Egg and spoon race Baby Bottle Cowboy Rescue

Special Awards: Grand Champion Halter— Jack Walker-Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep Reserve Grand Champion Halter— Keokuk County State Bank Junior Showmanship—Keokuk County State Bank Senior Showmanship—Keokuk County State Bank Senior Pony Pleasure Junior Pony Pleasure Senior Walk trot -Maria & Gene Brookhart Junior Walk trot Senior Western Pleasure Junior Western Pleasure Senior Walk trot Horsemanship Junior Walk trot Horsemanship Senior Horsemanship Junior Horsemanship Junior Trail— Kim & Roger Strong Family Senior Trail— Gary Joe & Nancy VanPatten Family Working Ranch Horse Senior Champion Timed Events/GamesRick Bethke Family Junior Champion Timed Events/Games Dar Eckley Family

RABBIT Rabbit Superintendent........................Crystal Stoner Judged…….Thursday, July 15 at 3:00 p.m.-by pens 1. Each exhibitor is limited to four entries in the Rabbit Division.

2. All entries must be made on Class Entry Cards no later than July 1. Late entries will be charged a $25.00 Fee! Please note how many cages you will need in the box provided.

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3. Breeding rabbits - if you show your rabbit in a breeding class, you cannot show it in any market class.

4. Fur Class - each exhibitor may pick one rabbit to exhibit in the fur class, but must be entered on the entry card!

Special Awards: Best of Show - Rolling Prairie Acres Best Opposite -TIP Rural Electric Coop Champion Meat Pen - Rolling Prairie Acres Senior Showman—TIP Rural Electric Coop Junior Showman—Countryside Insurance Champion Fur—Bill and Mary Rasplicka Class Name Class Number 17.100 Junior Doe - 0 to 6 months 17.200 Junior Buck - 0 to 6 months 17.300 Intermediate Doe - 6 to 9 months 17.400 Intermediate Buck - 6 to 9 months 17.500 Senior Doe - 9 months and up 17.600 Senior Buck - 9 months and up 17.705 Individual Market Rabbit 17.707 Market Pen of three 17.800 Fur Class

POULTRY Poultry Superintendent....................Sharon Fritchen Judged........…..........Thursday, July 15 at 4:00 p.m. by pen area All entries must be made on Class Entry Cards no later than July 1. See class list below. Late entries will be charged a $25.00 Fee! Please note how many cages you will need in the box provided.

1. Each exhibit may be entered in only one class.

2. Entry shall consist of 1 to 3 birds.

3. Exhibitors limited to seven entries, with an entry being a pen or single bird.

4. All poultry exhibited must come from a U.S. Pullorum-Typhoid clean or equivalent flock, or have had a negative Pullorum-Typhoid test within 90 days of public exhibition, and the test must be performed by an authorized tester.

5. The negative Pullorum-Typhoid must be turned into the Extension office on or before July 1.

Show order: Egg Production 1. Exhibitor limited to 3 entries per class.

Meat Production 1. Exhibitor limited to 3 entries per class for individual classes.

2. Judging to consider marketability, appearance and meat characteristics.

3. Pens will be judged as a pen and will be one entry.

Pen birds cannot be shown as an individual. Only one pen per class.

Ornamental/Game Birds 1. Exhibitor limited to 3 entries per class.

Special Awards: Overall Champion Poultry—Marie Atwood Reserve Champion Poultry—Marie Atwood Senior Showmanship—Nathan Fritchen Family Junior Showmanship—Nathan Fritchen Family Class Number Class Name 15.100 Egg Production Hen 15.150 Egg Production Roosters 15.200 Individual Meat Production Broilers under 4.5 lbs 15.210 Individual Meat Production Roasters over 4.5 lbs 15.300 Individual Market Ducks 15.350 Individual Market Geese 15.400 Individual Market Turkeys 15.450 Individual Water Fowl 15.500 Individual Pheasants 15.550 Individual Bantams 15.600 Other Individual Ornamental or Game Birds 15.700 Pen of 2 Egg Production Hens 15.710 Pen of 2 Egg Production Roosters 15.720 Pen of 2 Broilers 15.730 Pen of 2 Roasters 15.740 Pen of 2 Market Ducks 15.750 Pen of 2 Market Geese 15.760 Pen of 2 Market Turkeys

PETS Pet Superintendents.....................Jean Bickmeier Dr. Rhonda Wehr Judged.......................Saturday, July 17 at 3:00 p.m. in commercial building All entries must be made on Class Entry Cards no later than July 1. See class list below. Late entries will be charged a $25.00 Fee! 1. Exhibitors will bring their pets to the fair on the day of show and they will be released after the show.

2. Pets must be a project of the 4-H member.

3. Cats must present a current rabies certificate and distemper vaccination at Expo for judging.

4. Cats showing signs of parasites or disease will be excused. The decision of the veterinarian will be final.

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5. 4-H record books will be required at time of show.

6. Entries cannot show in any other show at Expo.

Class Number Class Name 18.100 Farmyard cats 3-7 months 18.103 Male Farmyard cats 8 months & over 18.106 Female Farmyard cats 8 months & over 18.200 House cats 3-7 months Class Name Class Number 18.203 Male house cats 8 months & over 18.206 Female house cats 8 months & over 18.400 Other pets Special Awards: Champion Farmyard Cat—Keota Vet Clinic Champion House Cat—Keota Vet Clinic

DOG OBEDIENCE Dog Superintendent............................Mary Brainard Judged.................Wednesday, July 14 at 3:00 p.m. in arena All entries must be made on Class Entry Cards no later than July 1. Actual classes will be discussed with dog obedience superintendent at class. Please take your blue cards with you to fill out during class. Late entries will be charged a $25.00 Fee! 1. Identification forms must be to the Extension Office by May 15, NO EXCEPTIONS. 2. Exhibitor shall not strike or use harsh means of disciplining dogs.

2. All dogs on leash at all times, unless instructed otherwise.

3. Unless a dog is shown in an obedience class he is not eligible to be shown in a handling class.

4. One entry per exhibitor in the handling class.

First place winners in handling class will compete for top handler award.

5. First place winners in obedience classes will compete for Best Dog in Show award.

6. Unless a dog is shown in an obedience class he is not eligible for "dog care" class.

7. All exhibitors must have choke chain and 6 foot leather leash.

8. Members must attend at least 75 percent of the regularly scheduled training sessions before they are eligible to show at Expo.

9. Dogs should be at least 6 months old before starting training class.

10. Dogs must be up to date on all vaccinations before starting training classes.

11. Each participant must keep his or her dog under control in and out of the show ring or be excused from the show!

Class Descriptions Pre-Novice - first year trainer, first year dog. Dogs to be judged on leash, sit on command, stay on command, come when called, figure 8, stand for examination.

Pre-Novice B, second year trainer, first year dog.

Requirements same as above.

Novice-second year dog, second year trainer.

Dogs to be judged off leash, heel, figure 8's stand for examination, one minute sit/ stay, three minute down/stay, recall.

Graduate Novice third year dogs. Dogs off leash, heel, figure 8's, stand for examination, drop on recall, three minute sit/stay, five minute down/stay, both with exhibitor out of sight.

Dog Care. Dog is judged on general condition and appearance.

DOG HANDLING Handler 14 years and under.  First year handling/trainer.

Handler 15 years and up.  First year of handling/trainer.

Handler 14 years and under.  Second year or beyond handling/trainer.

Handler 15 years and up.  Second year or beyond handling/trainer.

Special Awards: Will be announced at the show and are being donated by: Dr. Rhonda Wehr and Family Countryside Insurance Kevin and Pam Luers Family Country and More Buehneman Family Hedrick Savings Bank Alysia Simmons Memory of Katharine Northup

HERDSMANSHIP CONTEST  A poster outlining each clubs performance will be displayed by the scales.

 Each club or chapter will be judged daily by

species. The overall champion club from all species (beef, swine, sheep, bottle/bucket, goats, dairy and rabbits) may receive a prize.

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Judging will be based on: A. Cleanliness of alleys, stalls and pens Bedding: adequate, clean dry and in place Animals securely tied or penned Feed boxes in front of animal only at feeding time Manure hauled out and deposited in proper place Alleys swept and clean B. Arrangement of Exhibit Exhibit lined up in an attractive manner Boxes arranged attractively and out of the way Hay and straw neat and orderly Stall cards: readable, clean, complete, neatly arranged C. Appearance of animals Animals clean as facilities will permit D. Attendants Courteous E. Show ring Area and other jobs will be used as extra credit for clubs.

F. Decoration of stalls and tack area is strongly encouraged!!!

G. Judging will take place twice a day Individual Livestock Herdsman Award The award will be presented to an individual in 4-H or FFA in the beef, swine, sheep, bottle/bucket, dairy, and small animal areas. This award is given to an individual that participated on the set-up and clean-up days, helps keep the grounds picked-up, shows leadership, helpfulness, keeps their livestock area and their club’s livestock areas nice, etc.

Each individual will be given a gift form the Keokuk County Expo Board at the Awards Rally.

SHOWMANSHIP CONTESTS There will be a showmanship contest for beef, dairy, swine, sheep, horses, rabbits, poultry and dogs. Awards will be offered in junior, intermediate and senior divisions, unless changed by the Superintendent. Junior showman - 4th - 6th grades.

Intermediate showman - 7th - 9th grades. Senior showman - 10th - 12th grades.

1. Judging will be based on: grooming of animals, showmanship in ring, and appearance of exhibitor.

2. Exhibitors that have previously won the championship trophy are not eligible to compete for the same award a second time.

3. The REQUIRED T-shirts are to be worn in the showmanship classes. 4-H and FFA emblems or patches are recommended.

4. Senior showman is open to all, even if you have won in previously.

5. Showmanship Classes will be held between the Breeding and Market Class’s in all species, unless otherwise specified by species superintendent.

CLEANING AROUND THE ENTIRE EXPO GROUNDS: 4-H Clubs have been asked to assist in keeping the arena area, around the barn, and the exhibit area clean from trash. The easiest way for this to happen is for all members to use the garbage cans.

However, not everyone uses the garbage can so clubs are being assigned times they will be responsible for this cleaning. It is hoped that after the last show of each day a clean sweep will be made in the arena and around the barn. Check garbage cans and change bags. Supplies can be picked up at the Expo office.

Times and assignments for 4-H clubs will be in June newsletter.

HOSTING THE EXHIBIT BUILDING: The club assigned to hosting the exhibit building will be responsible for keeping the area clean and representing 4-H in a positive manner during their hosting times. It will be necessary to dust, pick up garbage and keep exhibits safe. It may be necessary to answer questions as public question 4 -H or the exhibit process. If you are unable to make your scheduled time, you are responsible for finding a responsible adult or make changes with another club.

Exhibit Building Hosting and Cleaning Times and assignments for 4-H clubs will be in June Newsletter.

SET UP DAY IS JULY 11

ALL 4-H’ERS ARE EXPECTED TO HELP WITH SET UP!!!

EXHIBIT BUILDING Exhibit Building Superintendents ..... All 4-H Leaders Clothing Event Superintendent ........ …...Gail Weber Jody Morrison Communications Superintendent…..Carolyn Dyson

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4-H EXHIBIT BUILDING REGULATIONS ELIGIBILITY 1. Member must be enrolled in 4-H in Keokuk County by May 1 of the current year.

2. A maximum of 2 projects per exhibitor will be selected to participate at the State Fair. Except in the case of Communications, Family Heritage, Shooting Sports and other similar projects, where state fair quotas come into effect. All exhibitors advancing to State Fair must be conference judged - if an exhibitor cannot be present their project cannot advance to State Fair.

3. Exhibitors must have participated in the project or program from which the exhibit is an outgrowth. The exhibit must be work done during the current 4-H year.

4. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Iowa State Fair General Exhibit rules for the exhibit to be eligible for Iowa State Fair participation.

5. Exhibits can be prepared by an individual 4-H'er, team of 4-H'ers or may be the result of a group effort. All 4-H'ers, individual or group, must meet the eligibility requirements: 4th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent) to show at Expo and 5th grade through 12th grade to be eligible for State Fair consideration. Note exception: Class 811L – 4-H Historical/ Family Heritage, exhibit criteria includes active participation by both 4-H’ers and adults.

6. If a 4-H’er has set a goal(s) that can be accomplished by both a classroom assignment and an outgrowth of a 4-H project goal, that’s okay. The intent is that a predetermined 4-H goal has been set.

Example: Class assignment was to design a banner. 4-H goal: to make the banner for use in exhibitor’s room. The 4-H’er must realize that the evaluation criteria and exhibit guidelines for each opportunity will be different and should prepare the required support information accordingly.

7. Participants in 4-H Special Interest and School Enrichment educational programs are eligible to exhibit at fairs in classes related to the program topic. Exhibitors must meet the eligibility grade requirements and develop the exhibit as a result of their goal from participation.

8. Klover Kids are encouraged to bring their projects to fair during Exhibit Building Judging (Tuesday, July 14 between 8:30 a.m. and

3 p.m.). Klover Kids are encouraged to bring as many projects for display as they would like.

Ribbons will be awarded for each item exhibited.

Klover Kids will receive $1/project, with a maximum premium per child of $3. A ticket good for a free soda will also be awarded.

ENTRY INFORMATION 1. Premiums will be paid on the basis of ribbons awarded. Each Blue, Red or White Ribbon will receive the following premium: Blue - $3, Red - $2, White - $1.

2. The exhibitor needs to respond briefly in writing or verbally to the following questions about the exhibit. (State Fair exhibits require a written explanation, audio cassette or videotape to be included as part of exhibit.) a. What was your goal(s)? b. How did you go about working toward your goal(s)? c. What were the most important things you learned as you worked toward your goal(s)? d. What would you like to do in this project area next year?

3. On all entry tags place: Name Club Class Number Grade (Just completed) 4. Label all items with your name.

5. No article will be allowed to compete for premiums that is not presented to a judge on Tuesday. The exhibits must be picked up and the exhibit hall cleaned up by 11:00 a.m. on Sunday. Members or leaders should pick up their CLUB exhibits at that time or make other arrangements.

6. If an exhibit is modeled in Fashion Revue or Clothing Selection, it must be returned to the Exhibit Hall immediately following the show.

7. The management will not be responsible for loss or damage of exhibits.

8. All exhibits will be conference judged, unless previously approved by the Extension Office.

Exhibitors whose exhibits are not evaluated through conference judging will not be eligible for State Fair consideration. (Every effort will be made to accommodate those exhibitors with conflicts with the judging schedule who contact the Extension Office) Parents and helpers will only be allowed in the conference judging area to move exhibits or to take pictures (they cannot linger or stand or sit at the table). Exhibits will be rated as blue, red, or white quality.

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9. There is no limit on the number of exhibits a member exhibits if they are in completion of different project goals. To plan exhibits, 4H’ers are encouraged to use project guides and manuals and program materials to determine goals and learning experiences. Some project manuals include specific suggestions and procedures. An exhibit can represent an idea, a part, or all learning involved in the respective project or program.

10. The 4-H’er’s goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the evaluation process. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated learning, workmanship and techniques, and general appearance and design.

11. State Fair exhibits that do not comply with the class description, size guidelines, copyright, safety and approved methods will be disqualified and not put on public display.

The exhibitor will receive written evaluation comments and an explanation on why the exhibit was disqualified. Counties will be notified of disqualified exhibits. County exhibits that do not comply may be marked down.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 1. SIZE REQUIREMENTS  Posters and banners are not to exceed 22" x 28" (standard poster board size) or 22”x30” foam core board size. Exception: See Rule number 4 in Communications for Poster Art.  Chart or graph boards, project presentation boards and model displays, etc., are not to exceed 4' x 4' in size. Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions.  Display boxes are not to exceed 28" x 22" in height or width and 12" in depth. (Exception: See rule number 5 for Food and Nutrition exhibits).

2. MISCELLANEOUS Endangered and threatened plants and animals (includes insects) should NOT be used in any exhibit. Wildflowers taken from parks should NOT be used. It is illegal to possess songbird feathers or nests. Game animals “legally taken”, such as pheasant, goose, duck, or quail are acceptable. Purple loosestife (Lythrum salicaria) is a plant that should not be planted in gardens. It has the potential of becoming

noxious in Iowa. Other dried established noxious weeds are acceptable to use in exhibits.

3. COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS Duplication of copyright material or design should not be used in a 4-H exhibit that is presented as original work by the exhibitor. A copyright design cannot be displayed in a public setting (fair) without permission being granted from the owner of the copyright. When permission has been granted by the owner of the copyright, the exhibit will be displayed and labeled appropriately.

Those without permission cannot be displayed.

4. SAFETY  All exhibits, activities and programs must represent appropriate safety procedures in the development of the exhibit, and during the evaluation process. This includes static exhibits and activities involved in the communication program.

EXHIBITS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH GUIDELINES 1, 2, 3, 4 OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR ENTRY, EVALUATION OR DISPLAY AT THE IOWA STATE FAIR. Special Award: Overall Best Exhibit Building Project or Display— TIP Rural Electric Coop

SPECIAL PROJECT TROPHY FOR 2010 Sponsored by the Keokuk County Tobacco Coalition To be given to the best project that deals with Tobacco Cessation, Health or emotional issues involved with Tobacco. (If a 4-Her has several projects dealing with Tobacco Cessation that will be a positive influence on the decision of the Judges.)

Projects can be any 4-H project dealing with Tobacco. Examples might be Poster—Photo Displays—Notebook reports—Visual Arts—Working Exhibits—Presentations—Share the Fun

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2010 4-H Photography Exhibition: 4-H’ers in Action!

The Iowa 4-H Foundation announces a special opportunity for all 4-H members to participate in a statewide photo exhibition titled, “4-H’ers in Action!”

The theme this year will be “4-H’ers in Action!”

The exhibition would feature the best photo from each participating county on display at the 2010 Iowa State Fair.

The class should be open to all 4-H members in grades 4-12 regardless of their project enrollment areas (i.e. participants do not have to be enrolled in photography). This is a non-competitive event, meaning no ribbons or state fair trips are to be awarded.

4-H’ers in Action!

Any 5”x7” color photograph (vertical or horizontal), taken after January 1, 2009, that shows a 4-H’er or group of 4-H’ers involved in a project, doing community service, giving an educational presentation, enjoying a recreational activity, or anything else related to the 4-H youth program.

Photos should reflect any of the many aspects of 4-H throughout the year. (Because photos may be selected for an exhibition at the Iowa State Fair, negatives or digital copies of the photos should be kept on file.) Include a photo story to tell what’s happening in the photo and explain why it’s the best example of “4-H’ers in Action!” from our county.

Captions are limited to 75 words or less. All photos are required to have a special mat that is available at the Extension Office.

AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Class 701A, Crop Production - Any exhibit which is an out growth of participation in a corn, soybean, small grain or forage project or program. If the exhibit involves a crop specimen, include the variety and planting date. Exhibit topics might include, but are not limited to, variety selection, plant growth, planting, plant nutrition, weed, insect or disease control, environmental protection, harvesting, storage, marketing, or career opportunities.

Class 101A, Animal Science - Any exhibit (excluding an animal itself) which is an outgrowth or a small or large animal project or program including beef, dairy, goat, dog, horse, pets, poultry, rabbit, sheep and swine. Ownership of an animal is not

required for entry in this class. Exhibit topics might include, but are not limited to, selection, feeding, financial management, waste management, use of records, health care, housing or career opportunities.

Class 211A, Conservation - Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a conservation project or program such as soil conservation, creating habitats, wetland restoration, energy conservation, planting windbreaks, etc.

Class 221A, Entomology – A general or special collection, from an entomology or bee project (excluding live specimen), or any exhibit that is an outgrowth of an entomology or bee project or program such as life cycle, bee management, products (honey, wax), equipment, diseases, pests, habits of insects, insect genetics, IPM scouting, etc.

Class 706A, Forestry - General or special collection, i.e., leaves, seeds, etc.

Class 706B, Forestry - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a forestry project or program such as insect or disease control, growth stages, type of tree for intended use, etc.

Class 711A, Horticulture - An exhibit display which is an outgrowth of participation in flower gardening and ornamentals, home garden, small fruit crop, and vegetable crop project or program. Exhibits might include such ideas or concepts as cultival selection, plant nutrition, insect, weed or disease control, harvesting, preservation, marketing careers, etc. To exhibit vegetable specimen (project), refer to the 4-H Horticulture Show Department.

Class 711B, Home Grounds Improvement – An exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a home grounds improvement project or program.

Exhibits might include ideas or concepts such as landscape plans, techniques, selection of landscape plants, garden design, garden features, careers, etc.

Class 741A, Plant Science - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of a plant science project or program such as collections, plant growth, plant part, soil structure, soil maps, germination, cross breeding, root systems, etc.

Class 231A, Veterinary Science - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of a veterinary science project or program such as maintaining health, cause and prevention of disease, internal parasites, public health, careers, etc.

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Class 911A, Fish & Wildlife- Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in the wildlife project or program such as fish and wildlife identification, observation, habitats, fish and wildlife harvest, other activities, etc.

Class 856A, Outdoor Adventures and Camping Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a camping project or activity such as camper safety, fire building, rainy day activities, outdoor cookery, day camp planning, selecting camping equipment, equipping a backpack, resource file of camping activities, orienteering, outdoor ethics, etc.

Class 301A, Other Agriculture and Natural Resources Ideas - Any other exhibit which is an outgrowth of a 4-H agriculture and natural resources project or educational experience that does not fit any previous class listed.

Class 880A, Safety and Education in Shooting Sports - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a SESS project or program such as archery, rifle, shotgun, muzzle loader, etc. Topics may include selection of equipment, record keeping in scoring, safety practices, care and storage of equipment, ethics, etc.

Special Award: Best Ag & Science Project or Display— Lynn Fisher Family

EXPRESSIVE ART DEPARTMENT PHOTOGRAPHY Special Rules 1. Photographs may be either black and white or color. Photographs may be processed from negatives, slides, or digital cameras and computer manipulation programs.

Photographs exhibited must have been taken during the current 4-H year.

2. If photos are mounted, they can be (a) flush -mounted (no mounting board showing) on mounting board, or (b) with mount borders (window mat or flat mount directly on board).

Exhibitors may cut their own mounting boards, use inexpensive ready-cut window mats, or have matting done professionally. In all cases 4-H'ers are responsible for design decisions such as border width, color, and size. Framed photos will not be judged.

3. If photos are not mounted, they may be exhibited in a clear plastic covering, such as photo album pages.

4. A series is a group of pictures or slides that are related or tell a step-by-step story. Photos must

be mounted as one unit in story order. Slides should be numbered and/or displayed in sequence.

5. The “4-H Photography Exhibit” (revised January, 2002) label must be completed and attached to each photo exhibit entry. Tape to back of mounting or fold label as appropriate for each exhibit. Label is available at County Extension Office.

6. Captions are optional. If used, they should be short.

Class 851A, Mounted Photograph or Series Individual photo or series photos where exhibited photo is at least 5x7 inches (the standard 5x7 print). Larger photos may be cropped if necessary for better composition, but no smaller than 5X7 inches. Series entries should consist of three to five photos (each 5X7 minimum) mounted as one piece. Mounting is required for all entries in this class. Use of standard commercial photo mats is acceptable, provided that exposed area of photo is not less than 4 1/2 X 6 1/2 inches. See item 2 above for mounting suggestions.

Class 851B, Single Photograph or Series - A photo of any size may be considered in this class. There is no minimum size. Series entries should include three to five photos. See item numbers two and three above for exhibiting suggestions.

Class 851C, Contemporary/Creative Photography A photograph that is understood to be a creative, imaginative, or experimental departure from realism.

Examples of Contemporary/Creative Photography may include: abstracts, derivations, distortions, black light, bas-relief, diazochrome, posterization, solarization, multiple exposures, montages, kodalith, multiple images with trick lenses and similar processes.

Special exhibit requirements for Class 851C: 1. Photograph must be mounted but not framed.

2. Current 4-H Photo exhibit label must be attached to the back of the exhibit.

3. A detailed report must be attached clearly stating the process used to achieve the desired effect. Each step and materials or equipment used must be included in this report.

4. Where possible, a copy of the photo before manipulation should be included with the report.

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educational displays in this class may make use of creative camera techniques, darkroom techniques, mounting and exhibiting techniques, or computer enhancement, just to name a few possibilities.

Above all, creativity and originality are valued. If exhibit is a photo or collage of photos, it must not be framed and must have the photo exhibit label.

Special Award: Trophy for Top Photography Exhibit— Nathan Fritchen Family

VISUAL ART Special Rules 1. Articles made from kits or preformed molds will not be accepted, with one exception—see Class 821B item #2. (Kits are defined as any prepackaged item where the materials and the design are predetermined by the manufacturer. Examples of preformed molds would be purchased greenware or whiteware.)

2. If the exhibit results in a finished art product, you must include the picture of the source of design, the design sketches, or process for creating the design. This might include cut paper designs, sketches, a piece of tree bark, doodles, or magazine pictures (identify the magazine and issue.)

3. Copyright logos, designs, or trademark materials should not be used for visual art exhibits on public display at a fair or other setting without written permission.

If written permission has been obtained for an exhibit in the technique class, it should be included in the written support materials of this exhibit. For display purposes, exhibits will then be labeled “Copyright permission granted”.

These materials are never appropriate for the Original Art class. You do not need to request permission to use the 4-H emblem. This is granted to you as a member of the 4-H program, as long as you are not making money from its use.

4. When application of design elements and art principles must be explained, the following guidelines shall be used: a. Members in grades 4-6 are responsible for using a minimum of one design element within their exhibit. Youth must explain how the specified element is used in the exhibit. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than one element, youth may discuss additional elements used in the exhibit.

b. Members in grades 7-8 are responsible for using a minimum of two design elements within their exhibit. Youth must explain how the specified elements are used in the exhibit. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than two elements, youth may discuss additional elements used in the exhibit. c. Members in grades 9-10 are responsible for using a minimum of one art principle and the element or elements used in the selected principle. Youth must explain how the element or elements are used to illustrate the selected principle. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than one principle, youth may discuss additional principles and corresponding elements used in the exhibit. d. Members in grades 11-12 are responsible for using a minimum of two art principles and the elements used in the selected principles. Youth must explain how the elements are used to illustrate the selected principles. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than two principles, youth may discuss additional principles and corresponding elements used in the exhibit.

Design elements are line, shape, form, color, and texture. Design art principles are balance, proportion, rhythm, emphasis, and unity.

Information on elements and principles of design for visual arts can be found at www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/4H634.pdf Class 821A, Original Art - Original art should be an exhibit that has a design unique to you. By using one medium or a combination, an individual creates an object that is not recognizable as another’s work. Trademarks, logos, and other copyrighted images cannot be original since some other artist has already designed and created it.

You must identify and explain the application of the design element(s) and art principle(s) featured in this exhibit and describe or explain the source of the design.

If you can answer “yes” to the following questions, your exhibit should be in the original art class.

1. Did your idea come from something you thought up, the placement of geometric shapes, or something viewed in nature?

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2. Did you see a design, magazine picture, painting, etc., that gave you an idea and you made major changes to that idea? (Include the source of design and explain the major changes.) You know it is a major change if you quickly look at your original source and your exhibit and the DO NOT seem similar.

3. Did you create your exhibit by observing things around you like looking at a still life or from a photograph you took of a scene?

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Are the people in your exhibit (drawing, painting) ones you observed, studied, sketched, or photographed and not people you saw in a magazine or other photograph? (If the person is identifiable from your picture, did you request their permission to use them in your art work?)

Class 821B, Design and/or Technique Exploration - This exploration class is an exhibit that provides an individual the opportunity to explore a medium, practice a skill, or study a design element or art principle. An explanation of the application of design elements or art principles used when making the exhibit MUST BE INCLUDED. This exhibit may be an object, portfolio, display, poster, or organized sketchbook.

If a non-original design source is used, its origin (where the idea was found, any pictures, sketches, etc.) must still be credited. Logos, trademarks, pictures or designs that are copyrighted may only be used if permission for this specific use had been granted from an authorized authority. The written permission must be included in the support materials provided with the exhibit or the piece is not legal for public display and will be disqualified.

For display purposes, those exhibits with written permission will be labeled “Copyright permission granted.”

In this class: 1. Directions may be used to make the exhibit (basket weave pattern, quilt pattern, process instructions i.e. tie dying). Include the source of instructions or copy of the instructions. In your write-up be sure to focus on the design elements or art principles used in making decisions to develop the exhibit.

2. It may be a process evaluation shown by examples that demonstrate a different step of the process needed to complete a finished product. This process evaluation is the only acceptable place to exhibit portions of greenware or whiteware to provide the appropriate surface to illustrate the process techniques being explored. Processes could include glazes, paint blending, and surface

preparation to the final product. A finished product will only be used in the evaluation to determine level of accomplishment of the goal.

3. A portfolio showing several examples of practicing techniques of a medium where you used design ideas from photos, magazines, pictures. You must credit sources of design ideas.

4. You may use a series of rubber stamps, stencils, etc. to create a design, develop technique or study color and texture. Detailed explanation of the use of the design elements/ art principles is required.

5. Create a picture while practicing and improving your technique(s) of drawing, shading, blending, etc. The write-up focuses on the techniques practiced to demonstrate skills in applying the design elements and/or art principles.

Class 821C, Other Visual Art Topics - Exhibits might include study on an individual artist, style, craft business or marketing process, planning group tour, career options, etc.

HOME ECONOMICS DEPARTMENT CHILD DEVELOPMENT Class 501A, Child Development - “Emphasis on learning related to working with children”.

Educational display or other type of exhibit relating to a child development project/program, such as age appropriate games and toys, original stories, baby-sitting, toy safety, positive guidance and discipline, kids with special needs, careers, etc.

Exhibit information should include what you have learned 1) about yourself and/or 2) about children while creating and using this exhibit and/or 3) what the child gained or learned from use of the item in the exhibit.

CLOTHING 1. When application of design elements and art

principles must be explained, the following guidelines shall be used: a. Members in grades 4-6 are responsible for using a minimum of one design element within their exhibit. Youth must explain how the specified element is used in the exhibit. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than one element, youth may discuss additional elements used in the exhibit.

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b. Members in grades 7-8 are responsible for using a minimum of two design elements within their exhibit. Youth must explain how the specified elements are used in the exhibit. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than two elements, youth may discuss additional elements used in the exhibit. c. Members in grades 9-10 are responsible for using a minimum of one art principle and the element or elements used in the selected principle. Youth must explain how the element or elements are used to illustrate the selected principle. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than one principle, youth may discuss additional principles and corresponding elements used in the exhibit. d. Members in grades 11-12 are responsible for using a minimum of two art principles and the elements used in the selected principles. Youth must explain how the elements are used to illustrate the selected principles. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than two principles, youth may discuss additional principles and corresponding elements used in the exhibit.

Design elements are line, shape, form, color, and texture. Design art principles are balance, proportion, rhythm, emphasis, and unity.

Information on elements and principles of design for visual arts can be found at www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/4H634.pdf Class 511A, Clothing Design and Creative Sewing - Includes, but not limited to, constructed garments or accessories; design illustrations, sketches, models, etc.; modified, designed or recycled garments; making a garment that enhances the way you look, design, or sewing for others, etc. Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.

Class 511B, Choosing Clothes and Learning About Fabrics - Includes, but not limited to, purchased garments or accessories, textile fiber or fabric characteristics, choosing clothes or accessories to enhance the way you look, labeling, etc. (Include only one shoe, earring, etc. if part of

the exhibit.) Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.

Class 511C, Clothing Safety and Care - Includes, but not limited to, decisions about clothes for sports, temperature control and protection, laundry experiences, clothing care, etc.

Class 511D, Other Clothing and Sewing Ideas – Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H textile and clothing educational experience. Could include but not restricted to: 1) exploration of ethnic or historical clothing; 2) dress as a means of expression; 3) clothes for special needs of handicapped, elderly, children; 4) cultural expression through clothes; 5) career or processes in the textile and/or apparel industry; 6) decorative processes such as textile dying, printing, embroidery, knitting, or quilting; 7) construction of household textiles. The exhibit may be an object, notebook or poster. Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.

CONSUMER AND MANAGEMENT The process of learning about yourself while making decisions as a consumer is an important part of the project. The exhibit should demonstrate use of the decision making model as described in project materials.

Class 541A - Spending Plans & Record Keeping a. Track your spending (account books, computer records, envelope systems, checkbook records, etc.). b. Set up family record keeping system c. Survey peer spending habits (allowances, video arcades, clothing, food, etc.). d. Track your 4-H project(s) spending (livestock records, photographs, clothing, etc.). e. Describe appropriate use of credit f. Track how you spend your time (calendar system, diary, etc.). g. Set up a family calendar system Class 541B – Comparison Shopping b. Compare products. c. Compare type of stores or places to shop. d. Compare cost of shopping with cash and credit. e. Compare colleges, trade schools, etc. f. Compare cost of recreational activities. g. Compare financial institutions (banks, savings and loans, credit unions, etc.). h. Compare car insurance. i. Compare investments and savings.

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Class 541C – Consumer Rights & Responsibilities a. Explore advertising influences. b. Show how to make a consumer complaint. c. Show where to find consumer information. d. Evaluate reliability of consumer information. e. Describe cost of fraud (shoplifting, bad check, fake ID, etc.). f. Describe potential problems related to privacy issues (social security number, credit card, internet shopping, etc.)

FOOD AND NUTRITION Special Rules 1. The recipe (ingredients, preparation instructions, time, temp.) MUST be included for any prepared food exhibit. Source of recipe must be credited.

2. Preserved foods must include the Food Preservation Exhibit Label, VI-991201-WB/SAS. Only food processed after August 1, 2009 is acceptable. a. Type of food b. Method of preservation - *Recommended sources for recipes include: USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning and So Easy to Preserve (available at Extension Offices) c. Processing time d. Date processed e. Source of recipe and/or method of preservation (if a publication, include name and date) Current USDA and/or Iowa State University guidelines for home food preservation methods must be used. (Check at County Extension Office for recommended practices or call the ISU Answer Line 1-800-262-3804 for current researched information.)

3. Preserved foods-exhibits must include two (2) product samples. One will be opened for evaluation and then discarded.

The second will be on display and then will be returned to the exhibitor.

All other perishable food products will be discarded when removed from display.

4. Prepared foods must be placed on a firm disposable plate or flat cardboard in lieu of potential damage or loss of other items. Place in a re-closable plastic bag with entry tag fastened outside the bag.

5. Products that require refrigeration (cream fillings, cream pies, meat or broth, relish or fruit trays, cheeses, eggs, custards, egg noodles, and

friendship starters, etc.) are not acceptable entries for the fair. These items do not hold up well at room temperature and often pose a food safety hazard. Such items will not be accepted, judged, or displayed.

6. Due to safe handling concerns during processing, no meat jerky product exhibits are allowed.

7. All food products and food preparation procedures used, illustrated, or described must be unquestionably safe. Any exhibit considered to be or to portray a food safety risk will not be accepted, judged or displayed.

8. The use of alcoholic beverages in preparation or production of 4-H food exhibits is NOT permitted.

9. If you choose to use a display box, the dimensions are not to exceed 10" x 12" x 14". (The three dimensions can be applied to best fit the exhibit size for height, width, or depth). Posters and other display boards must follow size guidelines in General Rule 12.

10.All food products/exhibits should be appropriate for human consumption/nutritional evaluation.

11.Food Product exhibits must be prepared, baked, or cooked using only food grade utensils and containers.

Class 521A, Food Preparation and Safety (including Food Preservation) - Includes, but not limited to, prepared product, product evaluation, food preparation terms, storage practices, etc.

Class 521B, Consumer Behavior and Management - Includes, but not limited to, resource management, product comparison, meal planning and service, purchasing, food packaging and recycling, nutrition labeling, etc.

Class 521C, Nutrition and Wellness - Includes, but not limited to dietary guidelines, nutrient functions, physical health, etc.

Class 521D, Other Food and Nutrition Ideas Exhibit can tell or show any special related topic such as measurement of ingredients, eating out, special recipe collection, cultural food traditions, food science "whys," careers, etc.

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HOME IMPROVEMENT 1. When application of design elements and art principles must be explained, the following guidelines shall be used: a. Members in grades 4-6 are responsible for using a minimum of one design element within their exhibit. Youth must explain how the specified element is used in the exhibit. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than one element, youth may discuss additional elements used in the exhibit. b. Members in grades 7-8 are responsible for using a minimum of two design elements within their exhibit. Youth must explain how the specified elements are used in the exhibit. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than two elements, youth may discuss additional elements used in the exhibit. c. Members in grades 9-10 are responsible for using a minimum of one art principle and the element or elements used in the selected principle. Youth must explain how the element or elements are used to illustrate the selected principle. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than one principle, youth may discuss additional principles and corresponding elements used in the exhibit. d. Members in grades 11-12 are responsible for using a minimum of two art principles and the elements used in the selected principles. Youth must explain how the elements are used to illustrate the selected principles. While not evaluated or given a higher ribbon placing for using more than two principles, youth may discuss additional principles and corresponding elements used in the exhibit.

Design elements are line, shape, form, color, and texture. Design art principles are balance, proportion, rhythm, emphasis, and unity.

Information on elements and principles of design for visual arts can be found at www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/4H634.pdf Class 531A, Design in the Home - An educational display, notebook, poster or other type of exhibit such as a design element or art principle,

explaining design of an item, selecting an item illustrating design, etc. Must include explanation of how design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Class 531B, Furniture in the Home - Includes, but not limited to, reclaimed furniture, room plans, furniture styles, historic furniture, buying, etc.

Must include explanation of how design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Class 531C, Accessories for the Home Includes, but not limited to, wall accessories, nature accessories, flatware selection/coordination, table design, lighting design, etc. Must include explanation of how design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Class 531D Fabrics in the Home - Includes, but not limited to upholstered furniture, pillows, curtains, table linens, storage protection, etc.

Must include explanation of how design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Class 531E, Maintenance in the Home - Includes but not limited to cleaning plan, storage, energy conservation, recycling, own home away from home, etc. If appropriate, include an explanation of how the design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

Class 531F, Other Home Improvement Ideas Any other exhibit which is an outgrowth of a home improvement project or program such as decision making process, careers, etc. If appropriate, include an explanation of how the design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.

HORTICULTURE DEPARTMENT 1. All entries in this department must have been grown by the exhibitor as a 4-H project.

2. Exhibitors are to arrange their own entries and are responsible for exhibit to be maintained in good condition throughout the fair.

3. All exhibits must be labeled with the variety name (cultivar) and class name to be listed on entry tag.

4. Specimen to be prepared for exhibit should use guidelines in 4-H 462, "Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit" (example- 5 beets, 6 carrots), or use 4-H 464, "Preparing Cut Flowers and Houseplants for Exhibit" for flowers.

5. Those participants wishing to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair need to contact the Extension Office for the correct class listing and number specific to the Iowa State Fair only.

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Class 1, Vegetable Collection - An arrangement of fresh vegetables. Use guidelines in 4-H 462 as to number of specimen.

Class 2, Table Vegetables - Exhibitors may have more than one table vegetable entry; however, each entry must be of a different variety. Use guidelines in 4-H 462.

Class 3, Mixed Bouquet - Include five or more varieties.

Class 4, Specimen - Six or more specimen of three flowers, exhibited in separate bottles.

Class 5, Houseplants Class 6, Garden Flower Arrangement - Flowers in arrangement must be grown by exhibitor in home garden.

Class 711A, Horticulture - An exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in flower gardening and ornamentals, home gardens, small fruit crop, vegetable crop and home grounds improvement project or program, such as cultivar selection, plant nutrition, insect, weed or disease control, harvesting, preservation, marketing, careers, etc.

(To exhibit vegetable specimen projects at the State Fair, entries must be made at the Extension office).

Special Award: Trophy for Top Horticulture Exhibit— Bill and Mary Rasplicka

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Class 865A, Camping - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a camping project or activity such as camper safety, fire building, rainy day activities, outdoor cookery, day camp plan, selecting camping equipment, equipping a backpack, resource file of camping activities, etc.

Class 806A, Citizenship - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a citizenship project or program such as responsibilities with family, club, community, world, plan community service activity, learn about local and county government, study family heritage, etc.

Class 811A, Communication - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a communication project or program such as describing the c ommunic ation proc es s , methods of communicating, or a product based on a communications method which might include slide/tape, videotape (done in standard play), or feature news stories: or theatre arts such as costuming, sound effects, props and staging, etc.

Class 831A, Health - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a health project or program such as personal health analysis, physical fitness plan, home health hazard hunt, body systems and functions, daily food intake plan, minor injury treatment, community health services, effects of smoking, etc.

Class 841A, Leadership - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a leadership project or program such as types of leadership, analysis of personal leadership styles and qualities, processes to determine the identification of community needs, resource analysis, activity plan or youth as partners.

Class 871A, Music - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a music project or program such as study of a composer, music history, comparison of music types, composing an original song, teaching music to others, making a musical instrument, sharing musical programs, etc.

Class 881A, Safety - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a safety project or program such as home hazard hunt, organize safety poster contest, conduct farm safety program, attend CPR training, develop home fire safety plan, etc.

Class 891A, Self Determined - Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a self determined project or program – (which does not fit any other project class.)

Class 811V, Digital Video Storytelling Educational display or other type of exhibit that demonstrates application of technology to produce a creative movie/film/video shoot, or other display to share what was learned. Copyright permission must be obtained (and included with the exhibit) for any non-original material included as part of a film/ movie/video.

ISSUES DEPARTMENT Class 950A, Societal Issues - Any exhibit by an individual or group which is an outgrowth from an Extension 4-H educational experience. Exhibits might include, but are not limited to, topics such as water quality, erosion, pollution, radon, substance abuse, teen pregnancy, animal welfare/rights, etc.

Include information on: 1. What is the societal issue?

2. How does my/our goal relate to the issue?

3. What did I/we learn about the issue?

4. How can I/we best communicate the importance of the issue?

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5. What did I/we do to educate others about the issue?

4-H HISTORY/FAMILY HERITAGE SPECIAL EXHIBIT CLASS This class is designed to help participants gain a greater appreciation for and to focus on 4-H history and family heritage. Emphasis is also provided for an intergenerational focus. Participants (youth and adults) are encouraged to learn more about the history of 4-H in Iowa and their family heritage.

This class is designed to provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers and adults to form a team in planning and developing an exhibit to share together learning related to 4-H history and heritage.

Because an item has historical or family significance does not automatically make it an appropriate exhibit for the Historical/Family Heritage class. The member needs to involve one or more adults, and learn about and share the significant historical/heritage aspect of the learning.

For example: James wants to refinish and restore an antique clock. The clock belonged to his great-grandparents and once was in the neighborhood country school. The clock has been passed down in the family but now needs repair.

James wants to restore the clock and exhibit the finished item in the Historical/Family Heritage class.

Question: Is this an appropriate Historical/Family Heritage class exhibit?

Answer: While the clock may have historical value, and certainly has value to his family, this alone does not make the restored clock a Historical/ Family Heritage exhibit. From the information in the question, it appears that James is going to restore this clock on his own, perhaps with advice from someone who knows about clocks and refinishing.

If this is all he is planning to do, the Historical/ Family Heritage class is not an appropriate choice for this exhibit. His goal seems to be restoration of the clock so it might be prominently displayed in the family home. Depending on what is involved in the restoration, classes in Home Improvement, Science & Engineering, or Self-Determined are likely more appropriate classes for exhibition of the clock.

To be a Historical/Family Heritage exhibit, James needs to involve an adult(s) in the development of the exhibit, beginning with the goals. He also needs to go beyond the restoration of the clock.

For example, James (with his adult partner) could learn and document the history of the clock. He could explore questions such as: Was this a common type of clock used in rural schoolhouses?

What is the family connection to this school? Did family members attend this school? How did the clock get to the family from the schoolhouse? How long was the schoolhouse in operation? He could interview people who might have attended that school. James needs to do something to explore the historical/heritage aspect or significance of that clock. Restoration alone does not meet the purposes of the Historical/Family class.

Special Exhibit Rules 1. Each county may enter two exhibits in this class.

If two exhibits are selected, at least one (1) must be a 4-H history/4-H heritage exhibit.

2. Exhibits in this class will be on display only.

Exhibitors will receive a special recognition certificate.

3. The exhibit must be an outgrowth of a 4-H learning experience planned and completed by one or more 4-H'ers with one or more adult(s).

4. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done, through 4-H, to accomplish a goal(s) determined jointly by all the participating 4-H'ers and adults.

5. Exhibits might be an actual product, poster, display, report, notebook, model, videotape, audiocassette, etc.

6. The exhibit should include the following information:  What was the goal(s)? Include for both 4-H’er and adult participant(s).  How was the idea for the exhibit determined and developed?  What responsibilities were completed by each participant involved in the learning experience?  What were the learnings of this experience for each individual? This might include what you learned working with each other.  What were the benefits of this experience for the participants (youth/adults/together)?  What plans do you have to continue this interest?

7. Exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Iowa State Fair "General Exhibit Rules" to be eligible for State Fair Entry.

Class 811L, 4-H History/Family Heritage - Any exhibit by one or more 4-H'ers and one or more adult(s) which is an outgrowth of a goal identified by the participants. Topics might be related to the history of: Iowa, 4-H, a 4-H project, educational experience, activity, or family heritage.

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MECHANICAL AND ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT Class 401A, Aerospace - Flyable model built from a kit or original design.

Class 401B, Aerospace - Educational display or other type of exhibit showing an aerospace idea such as forces involved in flying, model rocket photography, safety in flying model rockets or airplanes, test for rocket stability, etc.; may include scale models or kits to illustrate a concept.

Class 421A, Automotive - Repaired or restored vehicle. (NOTE: Cars will be on display at the Iowa State Fair one day only, Thursday, August 12, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Conference judging will be at 10 a.m. and participants must be available.)

Class 421B, Automotive - Educational display or other type of exhibit showing an automotive idea such as safe operation, maintenance plan, comparison shopping, principles of systems operations such as electrical, braking, air bags, etc.

Class 901A, Computer – Educational display or other type of exhibit showing:  An original computer program written by the exhibitor in a common computer language, including documentation: or  An applied use of existing software (database, spreadsheet, graphic design, etc.) including printouts of the application showing work product; or  Another idea that is an outgrowth of participation in a 4-H computer project or program.

Class 611A, Electric/Electronics - Constructed or repaired article or educational display or other type of exhibit showing an electric or electronic idea such as safety, construction techniques, lighting effects, electrical energy sources, etc.

Class 451A, Small Engine - Repaired or restored engine.

Class 441A, Tractor - Repaired or restored tractor.

Note: If selected for State Fair, a conference judging opportunity for exhibitors in Class 441A will be offered during exhibit check-in, August 10.

Tractors will be displayed outside and/or in a tent throughout the Iowa State Fair, Aug 12-22.

Class 441B, Tractor - Educational display or other type of exhibit related to tractor showing an idea such as safe operation, maintenance plan, engine components, operation costs, principles of engine operation, safety hazards, etc.

Class 411A, Welding - Constructed article or educational display related to welding showing an idea such as safety, types of welds, comparisons of welds, etc.

Class 461A, Woodworking - New constructed and finished article.

Class 461B, Woodworking - Educational display or other type of exhibit showing a woodworking idea such as type of woods, wood finishes, safety precautions, tools and proper use, wood fasteners, woodworking skills and techniques, etc.

Class 893A, Science and Technology Educational display or other type of exhibit showing how science and technology help us interact with the world or demonstrates a concept. Exhibits may include constructed articles, posters, portfolios, notebooks, etc. to show and explain what was learned.

Class 893 B, Geospatial - Educational display or other type of exhibit related to geospatial technology, geographic education, geographic information systems, or global positioning systems explaining an idea or demonstrating and application of geospatial/GIS/GPS technology.

Class 893 C, Robotics - Educational display or other type of exhibit related to robotics and robots.

May include programming applications, construction of robots, use of sensors, or other ideas to demonstrate or explain robotics applications.

Class 893D, Engineering Solutions - Educational display or other type of exhibit that demonstrates a creative or applied solution, using engineering principles or technology, to solve a problem.

Class 601A, Other Science, Mechanics, Engineering, and Technology Ideas - Any other exhibit which is an outgrowth of a 4-H science, mechanics, engineering, or technology project or educational experience that does not fit any previous classes listed. Note: Large items may be displayed outside.

Class 999 (COUNTY ONLY), 4-H & FFA gadget show - Entry must have been constructed by the exhibitor with wood, metal, concrete, fiberglass, mechanical, electrical and/or other Ag technologies.

Judged on workmanship, design, usefulness, appearance and safety.

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4-H TEXTILES & CLOTHING PROGRAM Youth will learn….

1. …to select or construct clothing to enhance appearance and selfesteem by applying design elements and principles.

2. …about textile fibers and fabrics and be able to apply this knowledge in choosing, buying or making clothing or household textiles.

3. …to choose clothing not only for its beauty or fashion appeal, but also for its value in safety, comfort, and protection, or capacity to help with special physical needs.

4. …the importance of good grooming and hygiene in developing personal self-esteem and good relationships with others.

5. …about diversity in textile and clothing design and its relationship to cultural or ethnic heritage.

6. …about historic costume and textiles as well as decorative processes such as dyeing, printing, quilting, or embroidery.

7. …about career opportunities in fashion, apparel, and textile businesses and industry.

8. …to work cooperatively with others and to apply communication, leadership, and evaluative skills through experiences in the 4-H program at the local, county, state, and national levels.

4-H CLOTHING EVENT

Judging to be done on Sunday, June 27 starting at 1:30 p.m. in the Expo exhibit Building.

4-H Clothing Event is a co-educational event that gives equal opportunity to both boys and girls. The individual and his/her outfit are all a part of the clothing selection.

1. An entrant must be enrolled in 4-H. Participants to qualify for participation in the state event should have been a participant in a 4-H Clothing project or educational experience in 2009-2010.

2. Participants will be judged prior to fair. Each participant is to write a narrative describing the outfit (including fabric content, cost, occasion for

when garment was purchased/made) which is to be turned in at time of judging. Participants must model a garment that he/she has purchased at a clothing or second-hand store or used clothing sale.

3. Participants are also to appear in the 4-H Style Show at EXPO. Award placing will be given after the style show.

4. Participants should consider fit, fabric quality, construction features, price and cost per wearing of clothing when making the decision to purchase the outfit.

Also taken into consideration will be intended purpose of garment, as well as how it appears on the individual and the posture, grooming and appearance.

FASHION REVUE

All participants (boy or girl) to qualify for participation in the state event should: a. Have been enrolled in a 4-H Clothing project in the current 4-H program year. b. Model a garment or outfit the entrant has constructed, hand-knitted, machine knitted, or crocheted during the current 4-H year.

1. A garment or outfit consisting of one to three pieces such as party clothes, tailored suits vest, slacks, shirt, skirt, active sportswear and/or coats are acceptable as Fashion Review entries.

2. Blouses, shirts, and sweaters are usually considered as garments. If they are used to complete an outfit, they may be constructed or selected.

3. All other accessories and undergarments may be constructed or selected.

THE $15 CHALLENGE

All participants (male or female) to qualify for participation should: a. Purchase an outfit that represents the 4-Hers goal or intended use for the selected outfit. b. Have had individual planned or county experience(s) in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price and cost comparison. c. Outfits must be selected and/or purchased from a garage sale, consignment store, or resale shop (i.e. Goodwill, Salvation Army or other stores of this type). (Hand-me-downs or clothing as gifts that were selected by the 4-H’er belong in clothing selection). d. Cost of outfit must be $15 or less, not including shoes, accessories, or undergarments. e. Receipt(s) MUST be turned in with Clothing Event Report Form.

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CLOTHING SELECTION

All participants (male or female) to qualify for participation should: a. Select and/or purchase an outfit that represents the 4-Her’s goal or intended use for the selected outfit. b. Have had individual planned or county experience(s) in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price and cost comparison.

Clothing Selection NOTE: Outfits may be selected and/or purchased from any source, including consignment shops, used clothing stores, etc. Clothing items which are home-sewn are not eligible unless the completed garment was purchased from a used clothing source. Clothing items which are custom sewn specifically for the participant are not eligible. (If questions, contact the program superintendents.)

4-H CLOTHING EVENT AWARDS Intermediate Level (Grades 7-8) Clothing Selection and Fashion Review: One Intermediate girl and one boy may be selected to represent the county for the Area Clothing Event Day, August 7 at Coral Ridge Mall.

Senior Level (Grades 9-12) Iowa State Fair: 1. Four Fashion Revue participants will be eligible to represent each county with no more than 2 participants from any one category (female, male, or minority).

2. Three “The $15 Challenge” participants (one female, one male, one minority) will be eligible to represent each county.

3. Three Clothing Selection participants (one female, one male, one minority) will be eligible to represent each county.

4. Participants must be in the 4-H senior designated level (grades 9-12).

5. All participants (boy or girl) to qualify for participation in the state event should have been a participant in a 4-H Clothing project or educational experience in 2009-2010.

6. Participants should be selected representatives from county Fashion Review.

The $15 Challenge, or Clothing Selection programs.

7. 4-Hers may participate only one time (each) in the Iowa State Fair - The $15 Challenge and Clothing Selection program.

8. Outfits or accessories which will be worn in the Clothing Event program may not be entered as a state fair exhibit from the county.

9. Participants must bring the garment or outfit and

accessories to the fair on the day they participate.

10.A $25 registration fee is required for each participant entry.

Counties will be billed following the state fair. (This fee covers transportation from the fairgrounds to the mall and return, materials, and other program costs).

11.All participants must participate in the entire program on August 12, unless the 4-Her is involved in another Iowa State Fair 4-H activity at the same time with a non-flexible schedule.

Contact Mitchell Hoyer, 515-294-1533 with any questions.

Special Awards: Fashion Review— Permanent Solutions Clothing Selection—-Permanent Solutions $15 Challenge—Bruty’s Carpet

COMMUNICATIONS Communications Judging will be held on Friday, July 16 at Expo. Working Exhibits will be judged at 1 p.m. with share the fun and Educational presentations to follow.

Presentations and Working Exhibits topic selections should be an outgrowth of the presenters’ 4-H experience or 4-H project work.

4-H’ers giving presentations involving food must be concerned about safe handling of the food they are using. 4-H’ers should use sanitary and safe procedures and methods at all times. This is tremendously important if samples are available to the viewing public. Appropriate storage of the food items and the sanitary handling of the food must be demonstrated by the 4-H’ers. Plastic gloves and hairnets are just a couple of items that should be considered and used as appropriate.

Presenters are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations.

Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission.

1. Entries for this division must be made by July 1.

2. Scheduling will be according to the number of entries.

3. 4-H'ers may participate in one presentation, one working exhibit, and one share the fun at the county fair and State Fair.

4. 4.To be eligible for State Fair competition, 4H’ers must have completed 5th grade and have not competed at State Fair during the previous year (unless no other eligible participants are available).

5. Use of sanitary and safe procedures and methods is always important, particularly if food samples are available to the audience.

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Special Award: Overall Communications—Sigourney News-Review

PRESENTATIONS OBJECTIVE: To present a visual and/or verbal means of teaching or communicating a process, a fact, or an idea, to gain a desired response from the audience. Evaluation will be based on: 1) subject matter-selection of subject and content, 2) deliveryvoice, grammar, 3) salesmanship, 4) workmanship, 5) personal appearance, 6) ability to handle questions, and 7) whether it resulted in an interested audience and achieved its purpose.

1. Topic of the presentation should determine its length, but Intermediate and Senior presentation should not exceed twenty minutes. Junior presentations should not exceed fifteen minutes.

2. Presentations may be given as individuals or teams.

WORKING EXHIBITS

OBJECTIVE: To provide members an opportunity to communicate and interact with an audience in an informal way. Many stages of the exhibit or product should be ready so that any step can be discussed.

No set format needs to be used. Questions you might ask are: "Have you seen......?" "Would you like to know how to....?" etc.

1. Member's subject should be an outgrowth of his own 4-H experiences.

2. The best subjects involve the audience in some doing, feeling, tasting, smelling or judging.

3. Senior and Intermediate 4-H’ers will be scheduled for a 45-50 minute period. Junior 4-H’ers will be scheduled for a 25-minute period.

May be given as individuals or teams.

SHARE THE FUN The purpose of this class is to: 1. Provide opportunity for 4-H members to perform before an audience, purely for the sake of enjoyment or entertainment.

2. Provide activities that will tend to "draw" people to the exhibit hall.

3. Provide a program that will help broaden the image of 4-H, keeping current members enrolled and inviting new ones to take a look.

4. Encourage and help leaders put "fun" back into 4 -H through skits, songs, stunts, short one-act plays, dances, etc.

5. Acts should be a minimum of five minutes and a maximum of eight minutes in length.

6. Skits and acts must be in good taste, sensitive to diversity and culture/ethnic traditions of Iowans and/or U.S. citizens.

7. If a TOTAL club is selected to participate, at least 80% of club members must meet the grade eligibility requirements (completed grades five thru twelve.

4-H EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING CONTEST This contest is designed to encourage the development of the life skill of communicating with others through the ability to think, to organize, to speak, and to answer questions readily by participating 4-H’ers before an audience.

1. Participants must be senior 4-H’ers, having completed 9 grade or that equivalent.

2. One entry may advance to State Fair for participation. Date based on entries.

Contest format: a. Each contestant will draw three of the available topics, selecting one to speak on, thirty minutes before the contest. The general nature of the topics will relate to 4-H. The selected topic will not be available to the other contestants in the speakers’ assigned room. The other two topics will be returned to the available topics for other contestants. b. A preparation room is to be used with one contestant per speaking site admitted initially and one additional contestant per speaking site admitted each ten contest progresses.

A contestant may not leave the preparation room until it is time to speak, nor may a contestant receive help from a parent, leader, other adult, or any other youth. Each contestant will have 30 minutes preparation time. A contest official will assist contestants with the time requirements. c. All reference material will be screened by a contest official on the following basis: i. Contestants may bring his/her own books, magazines, or newspaper clippings for reference during the thirty minutes of preparation. ii. Reference material must be printed material such as books or magazines minutes as the (cannot be notes, outlines, or speeches prepared by the contestant or by another person for the purpose of use for this contest). iii. Some relevant reference material will be available in the preparation room.

This material will consist of historical material related to the 4-H program. iv. Each speech shall be the result of the 4

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-H’ers own effort using approved reference material which contestant may bring to the preparation room. No other assistance may be provided.

Plain 3”x5” note cards will be provided each contestant in the preparation room. If notes are used, the 3”x5” note cards provided must be used in delivering the speech.

Only notes made during the preparation period may be used.

Each speech shall be not less than four or more than six minutes, with five minutes additional time allowed for related questions which shall be asked by the judge. The contestant will be shown time cards in an ascending order (1,2,3,4,5) by the timekeeper.

“Stop” will be used at six (6) minutes.

Each contestant will be introduced by a contest timekeeper by name and the county he/she represents and the contestant will be expected to introduce his/her speech by title only.

Contestants are not permitted to use any props, gadgets, posters or audiovisuals of any sort. A podium will not be available.

Speeches will be evaluated using the following criteria: 1. Content related to topic 2. Knowledge of the subject 3. Organization of material 4. Power of expression 5. Voice 6. Stage presence 7. General effect 8. Response to questions A judge’s critique/conference with each participant will be included as a part of the contest.

All participants will receive Certificates of Recognition. Seals of Merit will be presented to those giving outstanding speeches. Seals of Excellence will be presented to those giving superior speeches.

4-H POSTER & PHOTOGRAPHY COMMUNICATIONS - POSTER ART (CLASS 811J) (A State Fair Contest with two entries per county, one poster per 4-H’er)

1. Any currently enrolled 4-H member who has completed 5th grade through 12th grade, or that equivalent, may create a poster for the exhibit.

2. Posters are to be 14" x 20” for minimum or 15” x 22” for maximum in dimension. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board or foam core board. They may be vertical or horizontal.

3. Poster may be any medium - watercolor, ink, crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, or collage. They cannot be 3 dimensional. Materials used to make the poster may not extend more than 1/8 inch above the poster or foam core board.

4. Posters cannot incorporate copyright material or exact copies of other promotional designs, such as the IA 4-H Youth Conference theme logo.

5. The 4-H Clover is a protected emblem. 4-H’ers can include the clover, but do not copy/print other material over the 4-H clover.

6. Each poster MUST have the completed 2009 Poster Exhibit entry form (VI-8a28-SAS) attached to the back.

7. All Posters receiving a Seal of Excellence at the Iowa State Fair will be taken to the Extension 4H Building on the Iowa State University campus for display.

The themes for Communicating through 4-H Posters are: 1. 4-H is……. (Open to 4-H’ers interpretation) 2. Join 4-H 3. “Set the Stage” (The 2010 IA 4-H Youth Conference theme) 4. “Non Stop Fun” (2010 Iowa State Fair Theme) Communications Awards  Participants selected will represent the county at the Iowa State Fair on Friday, August 13; Tuesday, August 17.

Keokuk County may enter:  3 Educational Presentations 2 on the afternoon of August 13, 1 on the morning of August 17.  3 Working Exhibits 1 on the morning of August 13, 2 on the afternoon of August 13.  2 Share of the Fun Acts 2 on August 13 at noon.  Extemporaneous Speaking  Based on entries  2 Communications Poster Class (entered on exhibit entry day)

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FFA Ag Mechanics and Technology Show Entries must be submitted in writing by July 1 on the stall assignment form.

1. Entries in this department must be part of the exhibitor’s supervised agricultural experience program or as part of agricultural mechanics instruction in agriculture education classes.

2. Ag Mechanics & Technology entries shall not have been previously exhibited in any 4-H Classes at county fairs nor in the 4-H Science, Mechanics & Engineering Department at the Iowa State Fair.

3. Entry must have been constructed by the exhibitor. Projects may include wood, metal, concrete, fiberglass, mechanical, electrical and/ or other agricultural technologies.

4. Exhibitors will enter classes A through F based on their judgment. However, the show supervisors will determine proper class after all entries are in place. Trucks, pickups or hotrods are not eligible for the Restored Farm Equipment class.

5. Entries may be delivered to the Ag Mechanics and Technology show site after 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 13 and must be in place by noon on Wednesday, July 14.

12. Classes: A. Farm Shop related exhibits B. Agronomy/Horticulture related exhibit C. Livestock/Animal Science related exhibit D. Restored Tractor 1. Tractors restored to original condition 2. Modified restored tractors E. Restored Farm Equipment F. Agriculture Education Class Exhibits

Congratulations to all 4-H and FFA Exhibitors for their hard work and Accomplishments at the 2010 Keokuk County Expo 4-H & FFA Fair.

Thank you to all the volunteers

who help with our activities to make the Expo Fair possible!

Keokuk County Expo Board

6. Judging will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 14.

7. Exhibitors are required to be present to demonstrate and answer questions about their exhibits to the judges. FFA exhibitors not present for judging, or making arrangements with the supervisor, will not be placed and no premium money will be paid.

8. All entries must remain in place until all Expo entries are released on Sunday, July 18.

9. Agriculture Education class exhibits shall be constructed or completed by two or more active FFA members.

10. Restoration of tractors will be judged on appearance, mechanical work, safety and documentation. Oral presentation by the exhibitor will be included in the judging.

11. Students are not allowed advertisements on their projects.

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4-H & FFA AG OLYMPICS Wednesday July 14 7:30 p.m.

Prizes to First Place Team in Each Division Must complete Entry Form and submit to Extension Office by July 1, 2010 Teams must wear same color shirt or matching shirts.

Teams:

Junior Division (4th to 8th grade) Senior Division (9th to 12th grade) Team Size: 5 members per team note: a junior member may move up if a senior team is short, but senior member can’t move down.

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FIRST PLACE Klover Kids Expo Poster Contest

Nolan Grove

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FIRST PLACE Junior Division Expo Poster Contest

Collin Svenby

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FIRST PLACE Senior Division Expo Poster Contest

Talya Miller

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Gwen Sebastian Concert

Kids Day At The Expo Fair Saturday, July 17

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Kids Activities in Commercial Building 1:30 p.m.

Baby Show 1:30 4-H/FFA Sand Volleyball Tournament 3:00 p.m. Bingo

Carnival - All Day

5:30 p.m. Figure 8 Races kids car rides 6:30 p.m. Figure 8 Race - Kids Night

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2010 Keokuk County Expo Quilt Block Contest Keokuk County Expo is promoting the second annual quilt block contest. Participants will enter by creating a block from fabric provided. Blocks will be displayed during the Keokuk County Expo Fair (July 13 to 18, 2010).

After the fair, the blocks will be made into a quilt. The finished quilt will be raffled. Tickets sales will end and the winner will be drawn at the 2011 Keokuk County Expo Fall Craft Show. All profits will be used for fair improvements. Each quilt block packet is $5.00, which is tax deductible.

Rules: 1. Each contestant is receiving a packet containing 4 fabrics. Use some of all 4 fabrics. Add no other fabrics. (If you have a use for the remaining fabric you may keep it or return it and it will be given to the winner of the quilt in case they might find a use for it.)

2. Each block must be 12-1/2” x 12-1/2” unfinished or 12” x 12” finished.

3. Blocks must be pieced using an established pattern or an original design. No appliqué or embellishments.

4. Do not attach blocks to any backing.

5. The contest is limited to the first 30 participants. Only one block per participant unless there are some left by June 15, 2010.

6. All blocks need to be completed and returned by July 5, 2010. If there is a time problem and you cannot complete your block, please send or give back the packet and some one will make it up.

7. Blocks will become the property of the Keokuk County Expo.

To pick up a packet or for more information contact: Merla Morse (641) 622-3083 (evenings) or (641) 622-2828 (day - Morse Feed & Grain) Peg Eversmeyer (641) 622-3898 (evenings) Keokuk County Expo Quilt Raffle Buy a chance to win this beautiful quilt!

6 tickets for $5.00 1 ticket for $1.00 each Quilt Raffle will be drawn at the Expo Craft Show on September 18, 2010

All Profits Used for 4-H & FFA Fair at Keokuk County Expo.

For Tickets contact Merla or Peg

2009 Finished Block Contest Quilt

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2009 Expo Favorite Quilt Block Selected during Expo First Place: Second Place: Third Place:

Bobby Castleberry Linda Fritchen Bonnie Barnhart

2009 Quilt Block Participants: Roberta Adam Cindy Atwood Marie Atwood Bonnie Barnhart Mary Bird Bobby Castleberry Mary Castleberry Joan Colbert Donna Denly

Linda Erkamaa Gwen Etter Brenda Fritchen Linda Fritchen Sharon Fritchen Donna Harms Teddi Knowler Janet Martin Merla Morse

Jody Morrison Jan Parcell Mary Park Carol Shifflett Sandy Smithart Jo Swanson Nadine Vance Midge Walker Janet Ward Mary Webb

THANKS to the 2009 Quilt Block Participants!!

Open Class Farm Gadget Show Handy Devices and Restored Equipment -- East End of Commercial Building Entry Fee: $1.00 -- Ribbons Awarded

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Open to residents of Keokuk & adjoining counties.

No limit on number of entries.

Entries do not have to be constructed during the year.

Exhibits are to be checked in from 8:00 a.m. to noon on Thursday, July 15.

Exhibits are to be left on the fairgrounds until Sunday, July 18 until 10 a.m., the last day of the fair.

Each exhibit must have an identification tag attached which includes the owner’s name, intended use, and safety qualities. A picture of the project in use will add interest.

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The Keokuk County Exposition fair board will not be responsible for loss or damage to projects exhibited.

9. Entries will be judged on the basis of: - New idea - Usefulness - Appearance - Safety 10. NOTE: “MOST FROM THE LEAST” (Recycled Junk) An award will be given to the best useful project that is constructed form used materials.

11, Divisions: - Junior (8th grade & under) - Senior (high school) - Adult

All Open Class Entries are to be entered on Thursday, July 15, 2010 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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2010 KEOKUK COUNTY EXP Sunday, June 27 1:00 p.m. ...............................Communications Preview Day .............................................. Expo Exhibit Hall 1:30 p.m. ...............................Clothing Event Judging ......................................................... Expo Exhibit Hall

Sunday, July 11 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. ............Clean-up and Set-up for 4-H and FFA Shows .......................... Expo Grounds 2:00 p.m. ...............................Bottle/Bucket Calf and Lamb Interviews ................................... Expo Grounds

***Any animal brought in late will not be allowed to show. NO EXCEPTIONS!*** (Sheep and Swine may be brought in and penned earlier in the day.)

Tuesday, July 13 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ............4-H & Klover Kids Conference Judging...........................................Exhibit Hall 5:00 p.m. ...............................4-H Flower Container Contest Entries (with club tag) ..... Commercial Building 5:00 p.m. ...............................FFA Ag Mechanics exhibits can be brought in 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. ............4-H/FFA Swine & Sheep Weigh-in .......................................Livestock Building (Sheep use portable scales by pens)

Wednesday, July 14 4-H & FFA Fun Day 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. ............4-H/FFA Beef Weigh-in and Market Beef Scan ...................Livestock Building (Cattle must be there before 9:00 a.m.)

9:00 a.m. ...............................4-H/FFA Breeding Beef Check-in .....................................In Livestock Building 11:00 a.m. .............................4-H/FFA Sheep and Meat Goat Show ................................Livestock Building 12:00 noon ............................All 4-H/FFA Livestock entries must be in place....................Livestock Building Between 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. .......Scanning of Hogs and Sheep (members must be present) .Livestock Building 3:00 p.m. …………………….Dog Show ………………………………………………………….Livestock Arena 5:00 p.m. ...............................Judging of FFA Ag Mechanics Exhibits...........................................Exhibit Hall 7:00 p.m. ...............................4-H and FFA Barbeque ............................................... Livestock Building Area 7:30 p.m. ...............................4-H and FFA Ag Olympics ...................................................Livestock Building

Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. ...............................4-H/FFA Horse Show ................................................................... Horse Arena 8:00 a.m. - noon ...................ALL Divisions of Open Class Entries Checked In...........................Exhibit Hall 8:00 a.m. - noon ...................Open Class Farm Gadget Show Entries ......................... Commercial Building 8:00 a.m. - noon ...................“Fun Things To Do At The Fair” Open Class Entries ......................Exhibit Hall “Decorate A Hat” “Prettiest Cake Contest” “Lego Building Contest” “Wind Chime Contest” “Biggest Radish Contest” “Trash to Treasures” “Decorated Garden Gate or Yard Art” “Most Unusual Vegetable” 12:30 p.m. .............................Judging All Open Class Exhibits .....................................................Exhibit Hall 3:00 p.m. ...............................4-H/FFA Rabbit & Poultry Show ................................................ Livestock Barn 5:00 p.m. ...............................Bingo ........................................................... In the Air Conditioned Exhibit Hall 6:00 p.m. ...............................Bill Riley Talent Show (sponsored by Keokuk County Farm Bureau)........ Commercial Building Recognition of Senior 4-H Members During the Talent Show Judging: 4-H Clothing Style Show ................................................................ Recognition of Iowa State Fair Exhibitors

Following Talent Show .........Queen Contest ................................................................ Commercial Building Flower auction during Queen Judging (Auction proceeds to the 4-H Clubs)

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XPO SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, July 16 8:00 a.m. .............................. 4-H Swine Show .................................................................... Livestock Arena 1:00 p.m. .............................. 4-H Communications Program (Working Exhibits) ........................ Exhibit Hall After Working Exhibits ..... 4-H Presentations and Share The Fun ......... Commercial Building/Exhibit Hall 3:00 p.m. .............................. Bingo ................................................................. In Air Conditioned Exhibit Hall 4:00 p.m. ............................. 4-H/FFA Dairy Cattle and Dairy Goat Show ........................... Livestock Arena 5:30 p.m. .............................. Gates Open for Gwen Sebastian Concert ............................................... Track 5:45 p.m. ............................. 4-H Klover Kids Bottle/Bucket Lamb Show ............................ Livestock Arena 6:00 p.m. .............................. 4-H Bottle/Bucket Calf & Lamb Show (lambs show 1st)......... Livestock Arena 7:00 p.m. …………………….Gwen Sebastian Concert ……………………………………………………Track

Saturday, July 17 Kids Day 8:00 a.m. .............................. 4-H & FFA Cattle Show .......................................................... Livestock Arena 12:00 noon ........................... Keokuk Co. Cattlemen serving sandwiches .......... South of Livestock Building 1:00 p.m. .............................. Bingo ........................................................... In the Air Conditioned Exhibit Hall 1:00 p.m. …………………….Baby Show Registration …………………………………....Commercial Building 1:30 p.m. …………………….Baby Show ………………………………….……………….Commercial Building 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ............ Kids Activities ................................................................... Commercial Building 1:30 p.m. .............................. Wet Sand Volleyball Registration .................................. Sand Volleyball Court 2:00 p.m. .............................. Wet Sand Volleyball Tournament .................................. Sand Volleyball Court 4-H & FFA Kids & Friends 3:00 p.m. .............................. 4-H Pet Show ................................................................... Commercial Building 5:30 p.m. …………………….Barnyard Billy …………………………………………………………………Track 5:30 p.m. …………………….Kid’s Figure 8 Race Car Rides ……………………………………… …….Track 6:30 p.m. .............................. Figure 8 Races, Kids Night (13 & under - free) ...................................... Track Adult admission $7 - 4-H/FFA members wearing 4-H/FFA t-shirts - free

Sunday, July 18 7:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.

Breakfast for all members, leaders and family involved in 4-H, FFA, or as an Expo board member or superintendent ..................................... Exhibit Hall Community Welcome—Free Will Offering (Sponsored/Prepared & Served by the Keokuk County Farm Bureau) 8:30 a.m. ............................. Ecumenical Worship Service ........................................... Commercial Building 10:00 a.m. ............................ All Livestock & Exhibits released ...................Livestock Building & Exhibit Hall (or immediately following Ecumenical Service) 10:00 a.m. ............................ 4-H Flower Planter Pick-up .............................................. Commercial Building 10:00 a.m. ............................ All Open Class Exhibits released.................................................... Exhibit Hall 12:00 p.m. ............................ All exhibits must be picked up & exhibit area & stalls cleaned

Lunch Stand in the Exhibit Building provided by Keota High School Eagle Rock! Show Choir

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Bill Riley Talent Show Brought to you by Keokuk County Farm Bureau

Thursday, July 15, 6:00 p.m.

Commercial Building Open to all Keokuk County residents Winners advance to the Iowa State Fair Call Merla Morse in Sigourney to register, 641-622-3083

Figure Eight Races Saturday, July 17 - 6:30 p.m.

Kids Night at the Raceway!

Kids Car Rides at 5:30 p.m.

Adults: $7 Pit Passes: $15 Kids 13 yrs. & under, and 4-H/FFA members wearing 4-H/FFA t-shirts: Free Seating available for 475, so bring your lawn chairs and join the fun and excitement at the Races!

For more information, contact: Ron Collins - 641-634-2160

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Baby Contest Sponsored by: Gentry Insurance Bank Iowa Ray Man Inc. Farmers Cooperative

SATURDAY, July 17

Commercial Building Registration: 1:00 p.m. -- Judging at 1:30 p.m.

All babies will receive ribbons.

3 Age Groups: Birth - 5 months -- 6 - 10 months -- 11 - 18 months Classes are as follows: -- Chubbiest Cheeks -- Sweetest Smile -- Most Hair -- Least Hair -- Curliest Hair -- Biggest Eyes Babies may enter more than one class. Judging will be Olympic style.

All entries will receive a ribbon.

4-H/FFA & Friends Wet Sand Volleyball Tournament Sponsored by: Sigourney Tree Care Farmers Cooperative Ray Man Inc. Keota Vet Clinic OVERALL CHAMPION VOLLEYBALL T-shirts

Rules: 1.

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Best 2 out of 3 matches to 15 points.

6 players on court, may have one sub.

No line judges, honor system.

Players can only play for one team.

Court size 30’ x 60’. Net height 7’.

Arguing/fight will result in forfeit, player ejection, or tourney elimination.

Saturday, July 17 Registration: 1:00—1:30 p.m.

Games begin at 1:30 p.m.

6-Person Teams - 4th-12th grade No entry fee

7. Serves may be blocked, but not attacked.

8. Volley for serve. Losers serve after first match.

9. Be on time for matches or forfeit.

10. Tournament director has final say.

For more information contact Jenny Hobbs at 515-291-8600 or Chris Carter at 641-622-2427.

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Fun things to do at the fair!

Decorate a Cap or Hat Sponsored by: Keota Vet Clinic Jackie’s Beauty Salon Create a neat hat or cap for the Fair Theme: Farm Animals Entries: .............. Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. to noon Exhibit Building Divisions: ........... Kids 15 & Under Adults 16 & over 1st Place - $3

2nd Place -$2

Place holders also receive ribbon

Wind Chime Contest Must be able to hang the Wind Chime on a hook.

Sponsored by: Hedrick Vet Clinic, Ray Man Inc.

No alcoholic advertising

Prettiest Cake Contest Sponsored by: John N. Wehr Keokuk County State Bank Pretty and Edible.

The prettier the better!

Sponsored by Theme for Cake: “Imagine Beauty the Fun” Salon Jackie’s Place holders also receive ribbons Entries: .............. Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. to noon Exhibit Building Divisions: ........... Kids 15 & Under Adults 16 & over 1st Place - $3

2nd Place - $2

Place holders also receive ribbons

Most Unusual Vegetable Sponsored by: Holm Funeral Home Modern Communications Inc. Entries: ...........................Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. to noon Exhibit Building Divisions:........................Kids 15 & Under Adults 16 & over

Entries: .............. Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. to noon Exhibit Building Divisions: ........... Kids 15 & Under Adults 16 & over 1st Place - $3

2nd Place - $2

Place holders also receive ribbons

1st Place - $3

2nd Place - $2

Place holders also receive ribbons How Do Your Vegetables Grow?

Bring Your Most Unusual, Weird, Odd, Strange Looking Vegetable For All to See and Win First Place

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Trash to Treasures

Biggest Radish Contest

Sponsored by: Ray-Man, Inc. MidWestOne Bank of Sigourney Clarahan Hog Buying

Sponsored by Holm Funeral Home Carol Schmidt, ARNP

“Can You Go Green” Three Categories: ........................ Most Original ........................ Most Artistic ........................ Most Functional

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Try the Biggest Radish Contest

Entries: .............. Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. to noon Exhibit Building

Entries: .............. Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. to noon Exhibit Building

Divisions: ........... Kids 15 & Under Adults 16 & over

Divisions: ........... Kids 15 & Under Adults 16 & over

1st Place - $3

2nd Place - $2

Place holders also receive ribbons

Lego Building Contest Sponsored by: Junction Bar & Grill Mike’s Parts & Service Inc. Pilot Grove Savings Bank Sigourney Body Shop Jody’s Togs and Tan How is your Lego Building Creativity?

Bring your completed creation to the fair, Open to young and up (One rule: no kits allowed)

Entries: .......................... Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. to noon Exhibit Building Divisions: ....................... Kids 4 and under ...................................... Kids 5 to 8 years ..................... Kids 9 to 13 years Adults 14 & over 1st Place - $3

2nd Place - $2

Place holders also receive ribbons

1st Place - $3

2nd Place - $2

Place holders also receive ribbons

Decorated Garden Gate or Yard Art Sponsored by: Gentry Insurance Mike’s Parts & Service Inc. Ray Man Inc. Size: 4 feet x 4 feet or smaller “Exhibits can not be purchased.”

Two Categories: Decorated Garden Gate Yard Art Entries: ...............Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. to noon Exhibit Building Divisions: ............Kids 15 & Under Adults 16 & over 1st Place - $3 2nd Place - $2 Place holders also receive ribbons

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B I N G O Sponsored by: Junction Bar & Grill Clarahan Hog Buying Dill Trucking Inc.

Pilot Grove Savings Bank Carol Schmidt, ARNP Keokuk County State Bank

Thursday, July 15 - beginning at 5 p.m.

Friday, July 16 - beginning at 3 p.m.

Saturday, July 17 - beginning at 1 p.m. in the Air Conditioned Exhibit Building

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Rules: All ages can play (under 5 must be accompanied by an adult).

All Bingo cards - 25 cents to play.

Must have 2 players per game.

Players play as many cards as they choose in one game.

All prizes must be claimed at the time of winnings.

D & B Shows Carnival Thursday through Saturday At the Expo July 15 to July 17

Purchase tickets for rides

Where In Keokuk County Are You? Sponsored by: MidWestOne Bank

Modern Communications Inc.

Guesses begin: Thursday, July 15, 9:00 a.m.

Guesses end: Saturday, July 17, 9:00 p.m.

Guess and Win! Anyone except Board members and their families can guess.

Winner will receive $25. Only 1 winner.

In case of a tie, winner will be drawn. Winner will be notified.

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4-H Clubs Flower Planter Contest (Flower Container, Soil, and Flowers provided) Club Responsibilities: Pick up materials. Plant and arrange flowers nicely in container.

Water regularly. Bring to Commercial Building on Tuesday, July 13 by 5:00 p.m. with club name on container.

Rules: All containers will be displayed and used to decorate the fairgrounds.

All containers will be left on the grounds for remainder of the Fair. Each Club is responsible for caring for and watering the plants at the fair through 9 a.m. on Sunday.

Other plants or decorations can be added. No artificial plants or flowers are allowed.

Containers will be sold as judged. Profits will be dispersed back to the 4-H Clubs.

Containers will be auctioned Thursday evening, during judging of the Queen Contest. Containers may be picked up on Sunday between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.

Pick-up materials on Saturday, May 29 from 9:00 am to 9:30 am at Expo Fairgrounds Prizes: Klover Kids (K—3rd grade) 1st Place - $10 2nd Place - $7.50 3rd Place - $5.00 Prizes: Junior Division (4th - 8th Grade) 1st Place - $25 2nd Place - $15 3rd Place - $8 Prizes: Senior Division (9th - 12th Grade) 1st Place - $25 2nd Place - $15 3rd Place - $8

THANK YOU to those who purchased 2009 Planters to Support the 4-H Clubs!

Keokuk County Implement (Jim Eversmeyer) - 2 planters Supervisor Richard Denny—2 planters John N. Wehr - Attorney At Law - 2 planters Pioneer Hy-brid (Lynn Fisher) - 2 planters Haines Family Farms—2 planters Benny’s Feed Service (Mike Bensmiller) Clarahan Hog Buying (Dennis Clarahan) Representative Betty DeBoef Morse Feed and Grain (Dick Morse) Holm Funeral Home (Jeff Holm) Eldon C. Stutzman Inc. (Todd Clarahan) Sigourney News-Review /Agriland FS-Hedrick Mast Trucking (Rollin Mast) Country and More (Mary Albert) Sigourney Financial Services (Charles Kitzman) RJ Farms Trucking Inc. (Ron Collins) Matthew Collins Marie Atwood Brad & Mary Steinhart Larry Stevens Bob & Gwen Etter Gary & Wanda Bates Terry & Marcia Steinhart THANK YOU to FFA Chapters for Donating flowers:

Tri-County, English Valleys, Sigourney, Pekin and Keota

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2010

Keokuk County Exposition OPEN CLASS Entry date for All Open Class Entries: Thursday, July 15: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Culinary, Textiles, Arts and Crafts, Photography, Ceramics, Vegetables and Fruits, Floriculture Grains and Seeds, Sheaf Grains and Grasses: “Best of Class” Rosettes will be given in classes with 8 or more entries Superintendents: Elaine Blair and Dawn Blair General Rules: All Exhibitors must fill out an entry blank. List the division letter - Class # - Category # - and your name and address, plus your exhibitor's number.

1. Exhibitors are to fill out their entry tag for the categories they wish to show in. It will be the exhibitor's responsibility to get their entries entered in each superintendent's judging book.

2. Entry fee is 30 cents for Division A - Culinary, Division B - Textiles, Division C - Floriculture, Division G Ceramics, Division H - Vegetables and Fruits, Division I - Grains and Seeds, Division J - Sheaf Grains and Grasses, and Division K - Vegetable Fun. Entry fee is 40 cents for Division F - Arts and Crafts. Entry Fee is 50 cents for Division D & E - Art and Photography.

3. All entries must be in place and checked in with division superintendent before 12:00 noon on July 15.

4. Judging on all divisions will be held on July 15 at 12:30 p.m.

5. Exhibitors are limited to one entry per category unless otherwise stated.

6. If only one entry in a category, the judge may award as they see fit. First place money will only be awarded if deserving.

7. The original decision of the judge is final.

8. All entries must be the product of the exhibitor or someone who has taken an active part in the work.

9. The judging book will be the only criteria used for determining payment of premiums.

10. Exhibits can be picked up between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 18.

11. Any articles removed before the release time will forfeit any premium; unless otherwise approved.

12. Best of Class rosettes will be given in classes with 8 or more entries. Best of Show rosettes will also be given.

13. Youth may enter any category and must be 16 years of age or younger. Write “Youth” at the top of entry tag.

14. Only first, second and third place awards will be given in each class, if deserving.

Division A - Culinary Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Culinary is Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Judging: 12:30 p.m.

One “Best of Show” rosette to baked goods One “Best of Show” rosette to canned goods All food products and food preparation used, illustrated, or described must be unquestionably safe. Any exhibit considered to be or to portray a food safety risk will not be accepted, judged or displayed.

1. All breads, rolls and cookies are to be exhibited on paper plates.

2. All cakes are to be exhibited on covered cardboard 1" larger than the cake.

3. All pies are to be exhibited in foil pans.

4. All canned goods must have been canned during the past year (since Expo 2009).

5. Canned products must be displayed in Regulation jars, pint or quart, with brand name on side of jar.

6. Jelly may also be displayed in the 3/4 pint regulation jars or jelly jars.

7. Exhibitors using two-piece lids must exhibit with ring in place. No rusting rings allowed on jars.

8. Following the judging, a small portion of each baked exhibit will be retained for display. Unless notified to the contrary, the remaining portion will be sold with the proceeds going to Expo.

9. Please include the recipe for the baked entries and the candies on a 3 x 5 card. Entries with no recipe card will be eliminated.

10.Anyone needing help filling out entry forms, or having questions about classes, please ask a superintendent for assistance.

CLASS 1 - CAKES, unfrosted First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 1. Angel Food 2.

3. Chiffon 4.

5. Nut 6.

7. Cupcakes, 4 in paper liner 8. Other than named

Third: $1.00 Cake with fruit Chocolate White

CLASS 2 - CAKES, decorated First: $3.50 Second: $3.00 Third: $2.00 1. Birthday 2. Cupcakes/small (6) 3. 2-Layer Cake 4. Holiday 5. Other than named

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CLASS 3 - COOKIES

CLASS 8 - CANNED FRUIT

First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 11. Party Cookies (6) 2. Bar Cookies (6) 3. Cereal, unbaked (6) 4. Chocolate (6) 5. Choc. Brownies (6) 6. Chocolate Chip (6) 7. Ginger (6) 8. Apple (6) 9. Oatmeal (6) 10. Peanut Butter (6) 11. Sugar (6) 12. Other than named (6)

First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 1. Applesauce 2. Cherries 3. Grape Juice 4. Peaches 5. Raspberries, black 6. Pears 7. Rhubarb 8. Fruit Pie Filling 9. Berry not listed 10. Other than named

CLASS 4 - BREADS & ROLLS

First: $1.25 Any flavor

First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 1. Baking Powder Biscuits (4) 2. Cinnamon Rolls, unfrosted (4) 3. Corn Bread 4. French Bread 5. Fruit Bread 6. Nut Bread 6. Oatmeal Bread, yeast 7. Pan Rolls, white dough tea rolls (4) 8. Rye Bread 9. Swedish Tea Ring 10. Vegetable Bread 11. White Bread 12.Whole Wheat Bread 13. Yeast Bread, other than named 14. Other rolls (4) 15. Muffins (4) 16. Other than named 17. Bread Machine CLASS 5 - CANDIES (6 pieces) First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $.75 1. Chocolate Fudge 2. Chop Suey or Cereal 3. Dipped Candy 4. Divinity 5. Mint 6. Molded Candy 7. Peanut Brittle 8. Popcorn Balls (3) 9. Caramel Corn - 2 cups in a plastic bag 10. Party Mix - 2 cups in a plastic bag 11. Other than named 12. Peanut Clusters

CLASS 6 - PIES First: $2.50 Second: $2.25 Third: $2.00 1. Apple 2. Rhubarb 3. Berry 4. Cherry 5. Pecan 6. Pumpkin 7. Gooseberry 8. Other than named Premium First: $1.50 Second: $1.00 9. Baked Pie Shell

CLASS 7 - CANNED VEGETABLES First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 1. Beets (whole) 2. Carrots 3. Corn 4. Mixed vegetables-soup 5. Potatoes 6. String Beans 7. String Beans (yellow) 8. Tomatoes 9. Tomato Juice 10. Other than named

CLASS 9 - JELLIES (made of juice of fruit) Second: $1.00

Third: $.75

CLASS 10 - BUTTERS (made by cooking, putting through sieve, adding sugar, cooking until thick) First: $1.25 Second: $1.00 Third: $.75 Any flavor CLASS 11 - JAMS (made with pulp and juice of fruit) First: $1.25 Any flavor

Second: $1.00

Third: $.75

CLASS 12 - PRESERVES First: $1.25 Any flavor

Second: $1.00

Third: $.75

CLASS 13 - SPICED GOODS, PICKLES, & CUCUMBERS First: $1.25 Second: $1.00 Third: $.75 1. Beet Pickles 2. Bread & Butter 3. Catsup, pt. or qt.

4. Chili Sauce, pt. or qt.

5. Corn Relish 7. Cucumber (sweet chunk) 8. Cucumber (sweet, whole or split) 9. Dill Pickles 10. Lime Pickles 11. Onion (pickled) 12. Sweet Pickle Relish 13. Tomato Pickles 14. Watermelon Pickles 15. Salsa 16. Other than named

CLASS 14 - MEAT & MISCELLANEOUS First: $1.25 Second: $1.00 Third: $.75 1. Beef 2. Chicken 3. Fish 4. Homemade Soup 5. Mincemeat 6. Potatoes 7. Pork 8. Sauerkraut 9. Vegetable Soup 10. Other than named

CLASS 15 - DEHYDRATED OR DRIED FOOD First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 1. Fruits 2. Meats 3. Vegetables 4. Dried Noodles

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Division B - Textiles Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Textiles is Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Two “Best of Show” rosettes will be given in this division 1. All textiles will be judged on general appearance, neatness of design, and material, individuality and neatness. (MAY BE ENTERED ONLY ONCE) 2. Care will be taken to insure safety of articles, but Expo will not be responsible for loss or damage that may occur.

3. Exhibitors are to provide a clear plastic cover for quilts and afghans or any item the exhibitor wishes to protect.

4. All articles in this division must be MADE BY THE EXHIBITOR within the past three years.

5. All specimens must be completed pieces and shown in clean, sanitary condition.

6. Framing and matting on articles in the textile division will not be judged, only the article within the frame.

7. Quilts may be entered only once.

CLASS 16 - KNITTING First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 1. Animal Toy 2. Baby Booties 3.. Baby Set 4. Capes or Ponchos 5. Hat or Cap 6. Mittens 7. Christmas Stocking 8. Socks 9. Stole 10. Sweaters 11. Other than named

CLASS 17 - CROCHETING First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 1. Doily, 12" & under 2.

3. Hairpin Lace Item 4.

5. Infant Set 6.

7. Pot Holders (3 or more) 8. Soft Pillow 9. Stole 10. Tablecloth 11. Yarn Animal 12. Other than named

Third: $1.00 Doily, 12" & over Hat or Cap Purse or Bag

CLASS 18 - AFGHAN First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 1. Crocheted granny square or other put-togethers 2. Crocheted, 1 piece 3. Crocheted with embroidery 4. Woven 5. Other than named

CLASS 19 - RUGS First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 1. Braided 2. Crochet 3. Latch Hook 4. Woven 5. Other than named

CLASS 20 - QUILTS First: $5.00 Second: $3.00 1. Antique (25 years or older) 2. Appliqué 3.

4. Embroidered 5.

6. Quilting by hand 7.

8. Quilt as you go 9.

Third: $2.00 Any Baby Quilt Pieced Machine Quilting Other than named

CLASS 21 - OTHER QUILTING First: $3.00 Second: $2.00 Third: $1.00 1. Comforter, Tied 2. Pillow Top 3. Wall Hanging 4. Other than named

CLASS 22 - SEWING First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 MUST BE ON A HANGER CHILDREN'S CLOTHING 1. Blouse or Shirt 2. Decorated Sweatshirt or T-shirt 3. Dress 4. Holiday Wear 5. Jogging/Sweat Suit 6. Play Clothes 7. T-shirt or Knit Top 8. Two-piece Outfit 9. Vest 10. Other than named WOMEN'S CLOTHING 1. Apron 2. Blazer or Jacket 3. Blouse or shirt 4. Costume 5. Dress 6. Holiday Wear 7. Jumpsuit 8. Pants or Slacks 9. Skirt 10. Other than named OTHER CLOTHING 1. Clothing using crafts (quilting or patchwork) 2. Decorated Sweatshirt or T-shirt 3. Fashion Accessory 4. Men's Jacket 5. Men's Shirt 6. Men's Tie 7. Original Design

CLASS 23 - MISCELLANEOUS First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 1. Chicken Scratch 2. Candlewicking 3. Crewel Picture, judged or handiwork 4. Wall Hanging 5. Doll Clothes (3 or more) 6. Embroidered Item 7. Embroidered Pillow Cases 8. Crocheted Edge Pillow Case 9. Appliques Pillow Case 10. Cut Work Pillow Case 11. Fancy Pillow on Form 12. Fancy towel 13. Handkerchief, crocheted edge 14. Needlepoint, picture or handiwork only 15. Needlepoint, other than named 16. Tatting

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CLASS 24 - MERRY CHRISTMAS First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 1. Best Dressed Old-fashioned Doll 2. Christmas Doll 3. Christmas Door Decoration, Cloth or Felt 4. Christmas Stocking 5. Christmas Tablecloth 6. Christmas Wreath, Cloth or Felt 7. Crocheted Decorations (3) 8. Cloth Decorations (3) 9. Needlepoint Decorations 10. Tree Decorations 11. Tree Skirt 12. Christmas Cross-Stitch 13. Other than named

CLASS 25 - CROSS STITCH (please include count of cloth) First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 1. Sampler (must contain 3 of the following: alphabet or numerals, design or picture, verse or border) 2. Wall Hanging or Bell Pull 3. Design only (no more than 2 colors) 4. Picture 6X6 inches and under 5. Picture 7X7 inches to 10X10 inches 6. Picture 11X11 inches to 18X18 inches 7. Picture 17X17 inches and larger 8. Verse or Motto 17X17 inches and smaller 9. Verse or Motto 18X18 inches and larger 10. Lap Robe or Throw 11. Original Design (not from book or pattern) 12. Stamped Cross Stitch 13. Picture under glass or plastic 14. Other than named

CLASS 26 - RIBBON EMBROIDERY First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 1. Pillow 2. Clothing 3. Wall Hanging 4. Pillow Cases 5. Handkerchief 6. Pictures 7. Other than named

Division C - Floriculture Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Floriculture is THURSDAY, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Open Critique: 12:30 p.m.

1. This is an open show and anyone is eligible to enter.

2. Containers for exhibitors will not be furnished.

3. Specimen blooms are to be shown in CLEAR glass jars or vases.

4. Hanging plants must have a hanger furnished by the exhibitor.

5. In Class 1, Artistic Interpretations, no potted plants will be allowed unless otherwise stated. Dried flowers in arrangements will be acceptable with fresh flowers.

Absolutely NO artificial flowers or greenery. Arrangement must contain some form of plant life. Dried Mullen seed pod is acceptable in flower arrangements.

6. Exhibitors are responsible for their own exhibit.

7. There is no separate youth category.

PRIMARY NOXIOUS WEEDS Quack Grass Perennial Sow Thistle Canadian Thistle Bull Thistle Field Bindweed Horse Nettle Leafy Spurge Perennial Peppergrass Russian Knapweed Buckthorn SECONDARY NOXIOUS WEEDS Butterprint Cocklebur Buckthorn Poison Hemlock Sheep Sorrel Sour Dock Smooth Dock Puncture Vine Teasel Wild Sunflower Wild Carrot (Queen Ann’s Lace) Any arrangement using the above Primary or Secondary Noxious Weeds will be disqualified.

CLASS 27 - ARTISTIC INTERPRETATION First: $3.00 Second: $2.00 Third: $1.00 1. Under 5” Bouquet 2. Teatime—2-4 p.m., any container 3. Wildflower—5 specimens in bouquet 4. Wintertime, using a sleigh or other accessory 5. Silk Flower Arrangement, must be made by exhibitor 6. Other than named

CLASS 28 - WREATH HANGING First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 1. Natural Dried 2. Christmas Wreath 3. Swag 4. Flower Wreath with Silk Flowers

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CLASS 29 - SPECIMEN BLOOMS (include 3 blooms unless separately noted) First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 1. Asters 2. Bachelor Button 3. Black Eyed Susan 4. Cannas, 1 stalk 5. Calendula 6. Chrysanthemums 7. Coneflower - pink 8. Coneflower - white 9. Coreopsis 10. Cornflowers 11. Cosmos 12. Coxcomb 13. Dahlia - 8”+ - 1 bloom 14. Dahlia -4” to 8” - 1 bloom 15. Dahlia-under 4” 16. Daisy 17. Delphinium 18. Dianthus 19. Gaillardia 20. Geranium 21. Gladiola-mini, 1 spike 22. Gladiola-plain, 1 spike 23. Hemerocallis (Day Lily) 1 stalk 24.Liatris 25. Lily - Hybrid, 1 stalk 26. Lily - Tiger, 1 stalk 27. Lily - Any Other, 1 stalk 28. Marigold, giant, 3” or larger, 1 bloom 29. Marigold - medium - 2” - 3” 30. Marigold - small - 2” or smaller 31. Nasturtium 32. Pansy 33. Petunia - double - 3 sprays 34. Petunia - ruffled - 3 sprays 35. Petunia - single - 3 sprays 36. Phlox, 1 spray 37. Roses, Climbing, 1 stem 38. Roses, Floribunda, 1 stem 39. Roses, Tea, 1 bloom 40. Salvia 41. Snap Dragon, 3 stems, stalks or spikes 42. Sunflowers 43. Sunflower, 1 large 44. Sweet Peas, hybrids 45. Sweet Peas, perennial 46. Sweet William 47. Zinnia-1” or smaller 48. Zinnia-1”-3” 49. Zinnia-3” or larger 50. Zinnia-other than named 51. Other Than Named

CLASS 30 - POTTED PLANTS First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 1. Aloe 2. Azalea 3. African Violet-single (blooming) 4. African Violet-double (blooming) 5. Begonia, or flowering 6. Begonia, foliage 7. Caladium 8. Christmas Cactus 9. Coleus 10. Cactus 11. Citrus Tree 12. Dieffenbachia 13. Any fern 14. Hoya 15. Geranium (blooming) 16. Gloxinia 17. Norfolk Pine 18. Ivy, Swedish 19. Ivy, any 20. Palm 21. Philodendron 22. Purple Passion 23. Schefflera 24. Split Leaf Philodendron 25. Wondering Jew 26. Any other vine 27. Any blooming plant not listed

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Any succulent not listed Any foliage not listed Planter of 3 or more variety Terrarium Hanging container, 1 or more foliage plants Hanging container, 1 or more flowering plants Other than named

CLASS 31- PLANTERS First: $3.00 Second: $2.00 1. Any 10” or smaller container 2. Any container over 10” with 3 or more plants 3. Any container over 10” with one variety

CLASS 32 - TREES & SHRUBS First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 1. Evergreens, collection of 3 or more branches from different varieties in one container—must be at least 10” in length 2. Crabapple, one branch with fruit, not less than 10” long 3. Shrub, collection of 3 branches from different varieties suitable for shade 4. Trees, collection of 3 branches from different varieties suitable for shade—maximum length 24” 5. Trees, collection of 3 branches from different varieties suitable for flowering—maximum length 24”

Division D - Art Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Art is Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Judging: 12:30 p.m.

One “Best of Show” rosette will be given in this division 1. Two entries per exhibitor are permitted in Class 31— Fine Art—Painting.

2. The management will use diligence to insure safety of articles after their arrival and placement, but in no case will they be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur.

3. Any article to be hung must have a good means of hanging.

4. All works will be judged on originality of subject, quality of handling the materials used, appeal and overall representation.

5. Each entry should be done by the exhibitor—should not be photocopied.

6. No purchased photos or internet photos.

CLASS 31 - FINE ARTS—PAINTING First: $3.00

Second: $2.00

Third: $1.00

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1. Oil Painting, Still Life 3. Oil Painting, Portrait 5. Block Print 7. Crayon/Tube Painting 9. Pastels or Chalk 11. China Painting 13. Poster Art or Collage

2. Oil Painting, Scenery 4. Acrylics 6. Charcoal 8. Pen & Ink 10. Water Color 12. Cartoon

CLASS 33 - PENCIL First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 2. Colored Pencil 1. Graphite Pencil 11. Portrait 21. Portrait 12. Animal 22. Animal 13. Still Life 23. Still Life

CLASS 33 - Tole & Decorative Painting First: $3.50 Second: $3.00 Third: $2.50 1. Barn Board Painting 2 Porcelain/Glass 3. Plaster Figurine 4. Rose Maling 5. Tole on Canvas 6. Tole on Metal 7. Tole on Wood 8. Tole on other material 9. Another type of painting

Division E - Photography Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Art is Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Judging: 12:30 p.m.

One “Best of Show” rosette will be given in this division

CLASS 34-35 - PHOTOGRAPHY First: $3.00 Second: $2.00 Third: $1.00 1. Exhibitors are limited to one print per category.

2. Prints must be 5X7 or larger and mounted on cardboard formatted or framed hanging.

3. Photographs must be taken by the exhibitor but may be developed professionally.

4. Exhibits must have hangers for hanging or in standing frame.

5. No purchased photos or internet photos.

6. Film and Digital Photographs will be judged in the same class.

CLASS 34—BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY 1. Animals/Wildlife 2. Flowers/Plants 3. People 4. Portrait 5. Scenic 6. Series of Three Photos 7. Sports 8. Other 9. Keokuk County Expo - Fun Fair Photos 10. Theme: “The Family Farm”

CLASS 35 - COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY 1. Animals/Wildlife 3. People

2. Flowers/Plants 4. Portrait

5. Scenic 6. Series of Three Photos 7. Sports 8. Other 9. Keokuk County Expo - Fun Fair Photos 10. Theme: “The Family Farm”

Division F - Crafts Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Crafts is Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon One “Best of Show” rosette will be given in this division 1. Crafts made from kits are permitted; however, original work will be given preference in judging, except Class 38.

2. The management will use diligence to insure safety of the articles after their arrival and placement, but in no case will they be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur.

3. Any article to be hung must have a good means of hanging.

4. All works will be judged on originality of subject, quality of handling the materials used, appeal and overall representation.

CLASS 36 - CREATIVE ARTS First: $3.00 Second: $2.00 Third: $1.00 1. Candles 2. Decoupage 3. Jewelry 4. Item made of plaster 5. Leather work 6. Novelty Doll 7. Picture or plaque using dried plants or hoop 8. Soft Sculpture 9. Stained Glass 10. String Art 11. Wire Art 12. Plastic Canvas 13. Recycled Item 14. Punch Art 15. Tree Decorations, other than Needlework.

16. Christmas Stocking, any material 17. Three or More Christmas Items (Other than Needlecraft) 18. Punch Art 19. Other than named

CLASS 37 - COUNTRY CRAFTS First: $3.00 Second: $2.00 Third: $1.00 1. Macramé of any kind 2. Stenciling of any kind 3. Copper Tooling 4. Tin Punch 5. Folk Art 6. Rag Baskets 7. Reed Weaving 8. Rag Dolls 9. Ink Stamping, any kind 10. Clay 11. Other than named

CLASS 38 - CARVING & SCULPTURE First: $3.00 Second: $2.00 Third: $1.00 1. Carving—Animals 2. Carving—Human 3. Carving—Novelty 4. Metal Sculpture 5. Other than named

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CLASS 38 - ART SCULPTURE First: $3.00 Second: $2.00 Third: $1.00 790. Abstract Metal 791. Metal

Class 39 - Scrapbooking

Must be displayed in plastic protective sleeve.

First: $1.50 Second: $1.00 Third: $0.75 1. Christmas page 2. Sports page 3. Family page 4. “Fun At The Fair” page 5. Birthday page 6. School page 7. Mini Album 8. Christmas Scrapbook 9. 6” x 6” page 10. 8-1/2” x 11” page 11. 12” x 12” page

Class 40 - Rubber Stamping Must be displayed in protective sleeve.

First: $1.50 Second: $1.00 Third: $0.75 1. Birthday Card 2. Christmas Card 3. Sympathy Card 4. Holiday Card, other than Christmas 5. Collage Card 6. Special/Advanced Stamping Techniques 7. Ornament 8. Holiday Treat Bags 9. Holiday Treat Boxes 10. Other Than Named 11. Ink Stamping, any kind

CLASS 41 - REFINISHING (a small piece of furniture or toy) First: $3.00 Second: $2.50 1. Metal 2. Upholstered 3. Wood

CLASS 42 - WOODWORKING CRAFT First: $3.00 Second: $2.00 1A. Dollhouse 2A. Handmade Doll Furniture 3A. Small Toys-10” & under 4A. Scroll Saw Work 5A. Candleholder 6A. Clock 7A. Foot Stool 8A. Kitchen Items 9A. Wood Inlay 8B. Wood Craft not listed (small furniture item, foot stool, end table, etc.)

9B. Senior Citizen (over 65) 10A. Miniature Items 11A. Miniature Rooms 12A. Coffee Table

Division G - Ceramics Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Ceramics is Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon One best of show rosette will be given in this division

CLASS 43 First: $2.50 Second: $2.00 Third: $1.50 1. Glazes—decorated with underglaze 2. Stains of any kind

Division H Fruits & Vegetables Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Fruits & Vegetables is Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon One “Best of Show” rosette will be given in this division

CLASS 44 (provide 3 specimens unless otherwise noted) First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 1. Apples, Delicious, 5 specimens 2. Apples, other varieties, 5 specimens 3. Beans, green, 6 specimens 4. Beans, yellow, 6 specimens 5. Beans, other varieties, 6 specimens 6. Beets, table 7. Broccoli, 1 head 8. Cabbage, green, 1 head 9. Cabbage, red, 1 head 10. Carrots 11. Cauliflower, 1 specimen 12. Cucumbers, pickling, 5 specimens 13. Cucumbers, slicing, 2 specimens 14. Eggplant, 1 specimen 15. Gourds, mixed, 4 specimens 16. Grapes, 4 bunches 17. Head Lettuce, 1 specimen 18. Herb display, 5 varieties 19. Indian Corn, 5 ears 20. Kohlrabi, 2 specimens 21. Lettuce, 1 plant in water 22. Onions, red 23. Onions, white 24. Onions, yellow 25. Peppers, banana, 2 specimens 26. Peppers, green, 2 specimens 27. Peppers, other varieties, 2 specimens 28. Potatoes, red 29. Potatoes, white 30. Potatoes, Yukon 31. Pumpkin, 1 specimen 32. Rhubarb 33. Squash, butter, 1 specimen 34. Squash, zucchini, 2 specimens 35. Squash, other varieties, 1 specimen 36. Sweet Corn, white, husks left on, 2 specimens 37. Sweet Corn, yellow, husks left on, 2 specimens 38 Tomatoes, red 39. Tomatoes, yellow

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40. Cherry tomatoes, 8 specimens 41. Turnips 42. Other than named, 4 specimens First: $4.00 Second: $3.00 Third: $2.00 43. Garden display, not less than 6 varieties in basket or box

Division I - Grains & Seeds Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Grains & Seeds is Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon One “Best of Show” rosette will be given in this division 1. Exhibits must have been grown in the past year.

2. All exhibits must have been grown by the exhibitor or someone who took an active part in the work.

3. Entries must be in a quart jar.

CLASS 45 - GRAINS & SEEDS First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 1. Orchard Grass 2. Soybeans 3. Wheat 4. Oats 5. Rye 6. Shelled Corn 7. Timothy Seed 8. Red Clover Seed 9. Yellow ear corn, 8 ears of 2008 corn, unshelled

Division K - Vegetable Fun Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Vegetable Fun is Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 Take your odd shaped vegetables and create a character face.

Division L - My Collection Do you have a collection of something you would like to show? It can be anything old or new. It should be a display of 8 or more items. There will be a ribbon awarded to the best display. There is no entry fee. You may have anything that fits in our showcase. Things to show may be a key ring collection, pencil collection, spoons, small animal figurines, coins, etc.

1. Please make a display card with your name and a few comments about the collection.

2. Entries can be made Thursday, July 15 by noon.

3. If there are 6 or more exhibits, a best of show rosette will be awarded.

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CLASS 46 - TALL CORN

CLASSES

First: $2.00 Second: $1.50 Third: $1.00 1. Tallest Stalk of Corn, must have an ear (measured to the top of the tassel)

Class A. 7 years of age and under Class B. 8-17 years of age Class C. Anyone over 17 years of age

Division J - Grains & Grasses Please read all general rules.

Entry date for Grains & Grasses is Thursday, July 15 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon One “Best of Show” rosette will be given in this division 1. Exhibits must have been grown in the past year.

2. All exhibits must have been grown by the exhibitor or someone who took an active part in the work.

3. Must be 3 inches at center band and must be new specimens. Each number must be shown in sheaf.

All small grasses must be new.

CLASS 47 - GRASSES First: $1.50 Second: $1.25 Third: $1.00 1. Winter Wheat 2. Barley 3. Oats 4. Rye 5. Orchard Grass 6. Red Clover (for seed) 7. Alsike Clover 8. Alfalfa 9. Sweet Clover 10. Timothy 11. Blue Grass 12. Birds Foot Trefoil 13. Brome Grass 14. Reeds Canary

2010 Senior Division Expo Poster Contest Winner

Talya Miller Patriotic Panthers

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2010 Keokuk County Expo Queen Contest Rules

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Superintendent: Cindy Snakenberg - 641-622-2674 The last day for entering the Keokuk County Expo Queen Contest will be Wednesday July 1, 2010. The contest will be held Thursday, July 15, following the Iowa State Fair Talent Search.

1. Each contestant must be at least 16 years of age and not more than 21 years of age on the first day of the 2010 Iowa State Fair.

2. Contestants must never have been married or have children.

3. A county fair queen must reside in the county she represents or an adjoining county if the majority of her activities are in the county she represents. If a fair represents more than one county, the willing contestant must reside in one of the participating counties.

4. Each contestant must be an active member of at least one service organization in her community such as a church group, Girl Scouts, 4-H, etc. (Eligibility is not limited to 4-H membership.)

5. Each entrant in the State Fair Pageant must be selected from a competitive queen contest at her county fair. If an Iowa fair does not have a contest, it may sanction another queen contest in their county as the “Official County Fair Queen Contest.” The winner of this is then eligible to compete at the Iowa State Fair.

6. Only winners as indicated under Rule 5 are eligible to represent counties at the state pageant. In the event the county queen is unable to participate, alternates will be considered in order of selection.

7. No professional model (one who has had ongoing employment in which modeling was the primary part of the job) is eligible to compete in the state pageant.

8. Any contestant who has competed at a State Fair Finals may not compete again.

9. Any county fair queen selected after the 2009 Iowa State Fair and meeting the above qualifications is eligible for the 2010 pageant.

10. The Iowa State Fair will accept only one entry per county. Should there be more than one queen contest in the county, it will be the responsibility of the fairs concerned to hold an elimination contest. The only exception to this rule will be in those counties where more than one fair qualifies for membership with the Association of Iowa Fairs. In those cases both fairs will be eligible to submit candidates for competition.

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The county queens will be the guests of the Iowa State Fair Wednesday, through the time of the crowning Saturday afternoon.

County fairs are requested to select their candidates by competition in which personality, leadership and beauty are judged.

At the State Fair, the “Iowa State Fair Queen” will be selected by the competent committee. Judging will be based on the following:  Personality, Attitude, Appearance & Awareness  Leadership and Citizenship  Contribution to a Community  Overall Appearance, Charm, Poise Each contestant should be prepared to appear in a variety of dress, such as street dress or suit, evening dress, and casual wear.

The winner of the state pageant will be crowned “2010 Iowa State Fair Queen.” The 2010 Queen will be required to remain at the Fairgrounds for the remaining time of the 2010 Fair.

The winner of the state pageant must agree to appear for the Iowa State Fair Board in official capacities as requested throughout the year until her successor is crowned. This includes daily appearances at the 2010 Fair and a couple days at the 2011 Fair.

Transportation and expenses for these appearances will be arranged by the Iowa State Fair.

If the winner cannot reign until a new queen is crowned at the 2011 Fair, she must forfeit her title and all awards associated with it to the first runner-up.

She may then accept the title and awards of the first runner-up.

The winning contestant at the Iowa State Fair must agree to accept no other queen titles nor endorse any commercial product as “Iowa State Fair Queen” for a period of 8 months following the 2010 Iowa State Fair with the written permission of the Iowa State Fair Board.

The winning contestant will receive all prizes at the time of the finals with the exception of the $300 savings bond. This bond will be presented to her after the 2010 Iowa State Fair Queen is selected.

Should the 2010 “Iowa State Fair Queen” marry or become ineligible before the 2011 queen is crowned, she will forfeit her title, crown and rights to the $300 savings bond to the first runner-up. Should the first runner-up become ineligible, she will forfeit her title, crown and rights to the bond to the second runner-up.

The Iowa State Fair Queen Pageant Committee reserves the right to change and interpret the foregoing rules and regulations at any time as may be deemed expedient.

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2009 Keokuk County Expo Queen Morgan Glaspie

2009 Keokuk County Expo Queen and Her Court Queen - Morgan Glaspie 1st Runner Up - Ashliegh Davis 2nd Runner Up - Brandy Streigle

Who will be our 2010 Expo Queen?

The Keokuk County Expo, Inc. Board would like to thank the Family of Tom Cason for their Memorial Donation

Class #

Category # Article Name

Entry Fee

Bring this Entry Form to Expo Fair on July 15 or mail by July 2 to: Mary Rasplicka 114 W Clark St. Sigourney, IA 52591

Division

ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________

NAME: __________________________________________________________Exhibitor #:_____

EXPO Fair OPEN CLASS ENTRY FORM, Thursday, July 15

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641-622-2022

Leer Tiling & Construction, Inc. 110 S. Vine St. PO Box 86 Keswick Phone: 319-738-3522 Fax: 319-738-3600 Open 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

We will bid any job:

terraces land leveling fence rows backhoe water lines dozers truck dumps lasers

ponds clearing trees demolition seedlings pipe casing

tiling excavating sewer lines mulching waterways

Equipment:

tiling machines backhoes low boys hammer head link-belt excavator

James Leer, tiling â—? LeRoy Leer, excavating/dozing

Flowers and Gifts 105 S. Jefferson, Sigourney, IA Cindy Dillion-Deitrich, Owner

641-622-3191 Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 noon

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FCA Farmers Cooperative Association and Broadway Service Center Keota - 641-636-3784 Richland - 319-456-6121 Ainsworth - 319-657-3661

Faas Feed and Grain Carl S. Akey Feed To Fit All Your Feed Needs!

Mark Seeds Adequate Grain Storage And Daily Grain Markets

North English 319-664-3484

Webster 319-667-2211

Modern Communications Inc. 502 Broadway St. South English, Iowa 52335 319-667-2375 Your Local / Wireless Dealer Serving Keokuk County

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CAROL SCHMIDT, ARNP

Family Practice 2nd Street Clinic 101 East Marion Sigourney, Iowa 52591

Phone: 641-622-9133 Fax: 641-622-9134

Congratulations to all 4-H and FFA Exhibitors at the 2010 Keokuk County Expo

Dick’s Home Auto

Emergency Services Heavy - Medium - Light Duty Wrecker Service “No Job Too Large or Small”

641-622-2981

120 S. Spring, Sigourney

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Strohman Backhoe Greg Strohman 20132 138th Street Webster, IA 52355

Phone: 641-660-6701 Congratulations to the 2010 Keokuk County Expo 4-H and FFA Exhibitors.

Dig Your Way To the Top! Packwood Branch:

Toll Free: (866) 695-5461 319-695-5461 Congratulations to the 2010 4-H and FFA Exhibitors on Your Accomplishments!

Kreg D. Harper, OD

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Keota Veterinary Clinic Dr. Rex Greiner Dr. James Branstad Dr. Jay Swanstrom Dr. Rhonda Wehr ≈

102 E. Broadway, P.O. Box 347 Keota, Iowa

641-636-3888 Congratulations 4-H & FFA Members On A Job Well Done!

Country and More 123 E. Marion St., SE Corner of Sigourney Square

Open M-F 8:30-5:30, Saturday 8:30-3:00

641-622-9970 Bulk Food Grocery Store Many Specialties/Resized./Fresh Meat from our Farm to Your Freezer Prime Angus Beef Cuts And Pork Cuts Homemade Pies & Cinnamon Rolls Self Service Laundromat in back Open Daily 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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115 East Marion Street Sigourney, Iowa Phone: 641-622-2851 Fax: 888-361-7576

Building agricultural equipment to fit your needs since 1975.

Fertilizer tenders Lime & fertilizer conveyors Metal fabrication

115 E. Washington 213 Main Street Washington Columbus Junction 319-653-2116 319-728-2414 Website: www.horakinsurance.com

Proud Supporters Of the Keokuk County Expo Fair!!

515 East Broadway Keota, IA 52248 (641) 636-3014

The Protection Plus Advantage Blue Cross Blue Shield of Iowa Personal Medication Record Compounded Prescription Service 24-Hour Emergency RX Service

Paid Prescription PCS Prescriptions Prescription Delivery Professional Consultation Prescription Tax Records

K & L Foods 118 South Main, On the Square Sigourney, Iowa 52591 641-622-2191

100 North Main Northwest Corner, Sigourney M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sat 8:00 - Noon Closed Sundays & Holidays

Toll Free: (800) 900-3184 (641) 622-3184

Open 7 Days A Week!

Monday-Saturday: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sunday: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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Our people make the difference.

Dave Gentry

Chris Gentry

32927 S County Road V5G Ollie, Iowa 52576

Sigourney Office P.O. Box 207 Sigourney, IA 52591 641-622-2525 877-611-2525

1-888-667-2516 gentry@gentryinsurance.com

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL EXHIBITORS

Hawkeye Midwestern Realty, Inc. ________________________________________________

Bermel Insurance Agency 524 North Jefferson Sigourney, Iowa 641-622-2552

Don Bermel, Broker, Owner 202 East Broadway Ave. Keota, Iowa 52248 Toll free: 877-636-3076 Fax: 641-636-3450

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We Support Keokuk County Expo Exhibitors

Bain Electric Gary Bain 110 E. Washington Street Sigourney, Iowa

641-622-3771 Residential and Commercial Electric Work

Keokuk County Bowl Rack’in up some FUN!!!

21619 Highway 92 Sigourney, Iowa 52591

Phone: 641-622-2223

Lucinda & David Brooks, Owner E-mail: keokukcountybowl.com

Open Bowling

Parties

Leagues

Dine In or Carry Out Good Luck to all 4-H and FFA Exhibitors at the 2009 Expo Fair Keokuk County Bowl & Bowlers Edge

Brandon Brooks

Richland Veterinary Clinic Dr. Gene Hoy Dr. Darrell Boettcher Dr. Dustin Roth Richland Office: (319) 456-6321 Sigourney Office: (641) 622-2940

Craig Hansen, Garst Seed 32724 200th Street Keota, IA 52248

319-350-1824

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Sigourney Cleaners and Shoe Repair 103 S. Jefferson, Sigourney

641-622-3361 Custom Draperies Kirsch Hardware Levelor Blinds & Verticals Commercial Laundry Wallpaper We Measure and Install Commercial Laundry

Feather Pillow Cleaning

Richland Office 107 West Harrison Richland, Iowa 52585 319-456-2931 Karen Greiner Linda Hoy Gert Kneeskern Julie Bailey Kate Phillips

LaKappco, Inc. Larry Kapple

Congratulations to all participants, parents and volunteers for all the hard work it takes to have a successful fair!

Heating & Air Conditioning * REPAIR * SERVICE * SALES All Makes & Models

641-624-2561

PTL The Shop ~ Use Cars Custom Exhaust Systems And Tires Gailen and Brent Jennings Hwy 92 East, Sigourney 641-622-3568

POWELL FAMILY OF FUNERAL HOMES Sigourney, Iowa

641-622-3434 800-478-0966 24-Hour Funeral News - 622-1007 ~ ~ ~

Keota, Iowa 641-636-3109 24 Hour Funeral News 636-2279 Lyle Donald & Samantha Lown-Directors www.powellfuneralhomes.com

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Sigourney BP

Convenience Store Hwy 92 East, Sigourney Gas and Diesel Full Service Deli Ice Cold Beer Pop & Candy Snack Items “Hunt” Brothers Pizza Check our “Frosty Fridge” for the coldest beer in town!

641-622-DELI 622-3320

Belva Deer Inn, LLC 21638 Hwy 92 Sigourney, Iowa 52591 (641) 622-3200

Email: belvadeer@iowatelecom.net Website: belvadeerinn.com Come Stay With Us During the Keokuk County Exposition Events Congratulations Exhibitors!

Walk“er” Drive Thru 641-622-1288

Hedrick Savings Bank Full Service Bank In Hedrick 101 S. Main 641-653-4422 In Ottumwa 216 S. Market 641-683-1300 2457 N. Court 641-683-4422

Sigourney True Value Furniture and Rental Check Out Our Rental Department: Tables, Chairs, Power WasherS and More!

105-107 East Marion M-F: 8 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Sigourney, Iowa Saturday: 8 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

641-622-3261 Sunday: 12:00 noon-4:00 p.m.

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“Thanks for Grinding the Livestock Bedding at the 2009 Keokuk County Expo Long View Inc. 641-622-2801

Thank you for the Donation of Swine Trucking at the 2009 Keokuk County Expo 4-H & FFA Fair Clarahan Trucking Co. Daniel Clarahan (641) 635-2100

For The Donation of Wood Shavings at the 2010 Keokuk County Expo 4-H and FFA Fair Hackert’s Wood Products Richland, Iowa 52585 319-456-2134

Thank you to everyone who advertised in the 2010 Keokuk County Expo Fair Book and also Thanks to those who sponsored events at the 2010 Expo 4-H and FFA Fair.

Your donation creates wonderful opportunities for the 4-H and FFA Members of Keokuk County.

THANK YOU! Keokuk County Expo Board

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2010 Keokuk County Expo Queen Morgan Glaspie Ever since my older sister became a part of the Liberty Leaders 4-H club, it was a dream for me to follow in her footsteps and be a part of the Keokuk County Expo. So when I was finally in fourth grade I was ecstatic for my first summer as an official 4-H member and fair-goer. Every year I look forward to the Expo and getting to see everyone that I only got to see at fair time. So when my last summer of the fair came it was a sad realization that the summer fun was coming to an end. I really wanted it to be something that I would never forget. So when I was crowned the 2009 Keokuk County Expo Queen I knew that is was going to be a very memorable year. I can remember watching the contest with my cousin and looking up to the girl who won and wishing I was her. So getting to represent the Keokuk County Expo at the Iowa State Fair really was a dream come true. I will never forget the life long friends I made and all the fun we had.

Even though crowning the 2010 Keokuk County Expo Queen will mean my year has come to an end it will also be a true reward because I know she will get getting an opportunity that she will never forget.

I would like to thank Sue Fisher and Cindy Snakenberg for doing such a great job putting on the Queen contest every year. I also want to thank first and second runners up Ashleigh Davis and Brandy Streigle for all of their help at the shows and the races and making the sidelines a blast. I would also like to thank all of the people involved in making the Expo a success every year. You have not just provided a place for young 4-H and FFA members to show and bring exhibits but you have provided a place to learn something new everyday, meet new people, and a great way to spend a week of summer having fun. I will never forget the friends I made, the fun activities, the shows and every the saddest part‌.the cleanup.

I would also like to wish all of the future queen candidates and 4-H, FFA members’ good luck. The excitement of the Expo is something that will stick with you for years to come and it is certainly something that I will never forget.

Upcoming 2010 Expo Events Friday, June 4 Figure 8 Races 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 4 Tractor Pull 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 13 to July 18 2010 4-H & FFA Expo Fair Saturday, July 17 Figure 8 Races 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 31 Figure 8 Races 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 4 Figure 8 Races 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, September 5 Figure 8 Races 1:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 18 Craft Show 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Come to the Keokuk County Expo 4-H and FFA Fair July 13—18, 2010 to support the Youth of Keokuk County.

4-H and FFA Events Wednesday - 11 a.m. Sheep & Meat Goat Show 3:00 p.m. Dog Show Thursday - 8:00 a.m. Horse Show 3:00 p.m. Rabbit & Poultry Show Thursday - 6:30 p.m. 4-H Style Show Recognition of Klover Kids, First Year 4-H Members, Senior 4-H Members and State Fair Exhibitors Friday - 8:00 a.m. Swine Show Friday - 1 p.m. Communications, Working Exhibits, Presentations & Share The Fun Friday - 4:00 p.m. Dairy Cattle and Dairy Goat Show Friday - 5:45 p.m. Klover Kids Bottle/Bucket Lamb Show Friday - 6:00 p.m. Bottle/Bucket Calf and Bottle/Bucket Lamb Show Saturday - 8:00 a.m. Cattle Show Saturday - 3:00 p.m. Pet Show Sunday - 7:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. Breakfast

Coming Soon KEOKUK COUNTY EXPO WEBSITE at www.expokeokukco.com Includes building rental, Figure 8 Races, Expo Activities, and more

2010 Event Sponsors Ray Man, Inc. MidWestOne Bank of Sigourney Keota Vet Clinic Holm Funeral Home Mike’s Parts and Service Pilot Grove Savings Bank Farmer’s Cooperative Association Modern Communications, Inc. Sigourney Tree Care Dill Trucking Inc. John Wehr

Clarahan Hog Buying, Inc. Carol Schmidt, ARNP Gentry Insurance, Inc. Keokuk County State Bank The Junction Bar and Grill Sigourney Body Shop Jody’s Togs and Tan Hedrick Vet Clinic Bank Iowa Jackie’s Beauty Salon

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A Special Thank You! We at the Keokuk County Exposition in Sigourney would like to extend our gratitude to the many individuals, businesses and organizations who have contributed time, talents, and support to help maintain this facility for the 4-H and FFA members of the community.